ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Valkyries will hold the ninth overall selection in the first round and the 21st overall selection in the second round of the 2026 Major League Volleyball Draft, which is scheduled for Monday, November 23.
The draft order was finalized following the MLV Draft Lottery, which determined the selection order for the league's fourth collegiate player draft. The two-round event will feature eligible collegiate players who are completing their fourth or fifth season of NCAA eligibility.
Coming off the 2026 season, the Valkyries will select ninth overall in the opening round before making their second-round selection at 21st overall.
The first five selections in each round were determined through a draft lottery involving the league's expansion teams, while the remaining selections were set based on 2026 regular-season records.
The Vegas Thrill earned the No. 1 overall pick in the first round, followed by MLV Los Angeles, Minnesota Forge, DC Flight and NorCal Rumble. In the second round, MLV Los Angeles secured the first selection, followed by Minnesota, NorCal, Vegas and DC.
Broadcast information and additional details on the 2026 MLV Draft will be announced at a later date.
2026 MLV Draft Selection Order
First Round
Round 1, Selection 1: Vegas Thrill
Round 1, Selection 2: MLV Los Angeles
Round 1, Selection 3: Minnesota Forge
Round 1, Selection 4: DC Flight
Round 1, Selection 5: NorCal Rumble
Round 1, Selection 6: Columbus Fury
Round 1, Selection 7: Atlanta Vibe
Round 1, Selection 8: Omaha Supernovas*
(via trade with Grand Rapids on February 13, 2026)
Round 1, Selection 9: Orlando Valkyries
Round 1, Selection 10: Omaha Supernovas
Round 1, Selection 11: Dallas Pulse
Round 1, Selection 12: Indy Ignite
Second Round
Round 2, Selection 13: MLV Los Angeles
Round 2, Selection 14: Minnesota Forge
Round 2, Selection 15: NorCal Rumble
Round 2, Selection 16: Vegas Thrill
Round 2, Selection 17: DC Flight
Round 2, Selection 18: Columbus Fury
Round 2, Selection 19: Atlanta Vibe
Round 2, Selection 20: Grand Rapids Rise
Round 2, Selection 21: Orlando Valkyries
Round 2, Selection 22: Omaha Supernovas
Round 2, Selection 23: Columbus Fury*
(via trade with Dallas on November 24, 2025)
Round 2, Selection 24: Indy Ignite
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Fans can secure their seats for the 2027 season now by purchasing season ticket memberships through Ticketmaster. Fans interested in four-match or seven-match flex plans can contact the Orlando Valkyries ticket office at tickets@orlandovalkyries.com.
About Orlando Valkyries
The Orlando Valkyries are a premier professional volleyball franchise competing in Major League Volleyball (MLV). Crowned MLV Champions in 2025, and one of the league’s most dynamic and fast-rising teams, the Valkyries have captured national attention with their elite performance, passionate fanbase, and commitment to excellence both on and off the court. Driven by competitive fire, innovative partnerships, and a deep connection to the Orlando community, the Valkyries are redefining what it means to be a professional sports organization.
About Major League Volleyball
Major League Volleyball (MLV) is the premier professional volleyball league in the United States, designed to provide the sport and its athletes with the major league platform they deserve. Founded on a player-first philosophy, MLV combines elite competition, significant investment in athlete development, experienced professional sports ownership from every other U.S. professional league, and a commitment to long-term growth of volleyball across the country. As the league enters its fourth season in 2027, MLV will expand to 12 teams from coast-to-coast and continue to create top-level, lasting opportunities and memories for players, coaches, and local communities while leading the way in solidifying the future of professional volleyball in North America. For more about MLV, visit MLVB.com and follow the league on Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube.