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Dallas Pulse advance to MLV championship match in inaugural season
By Dallas Pulse
May 8, 2026
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Frisco, Texas -- In their inaugural season, Dallas Pulse (20-8) are headed to the MLV championship.

The Pulse advanced to the 2026 MLV Championship match Thursday night with a four-set semifinal victory over the San Diego Mojo at Comerica Center, winning 28-30, 25-18, 25-17, 25-10 in the franchise’s first-ever postseason appearance.

Dallas will face the Omaha Supernovas in the MLV Championship on Saturday, May 9, at 2 p.m. CT at Comerica Center in Frisco. The match will air live on ION and Scripps Sports Network. Tickets are available at 
provolleyball.com/tickets.

Outside hitter Sofia Maldonado Diaz connects.

After dropping a tightly contested opening set, Dallas responded with poise and power that have defined its remarkable first season. The Pulse evened the match in the second set, took control in the third, and dominated the fourth to punch their ticket to the championship match in front of an energized North Texas crowd.

Outside hitters Sofia Maldonado Diaz and Mimi Colyer once again powered the Dallas offense, while local standout Kaylee Cox delivered another strong all-around performance.

 

Kaylee Cox knocks down a kill.

 

Setter Natalia Valentin-Anderson guided the attack, and the Pulse defense took over with a commanding blocking effort to close out the match.
 
The win adds another milestone to a historic first season for Dallas Pulse. In less than a year, the team has introduced professional volleyball to North Texas, built a passionate fan base, secured a postseason berth and now advanced to the league’s championship match.

Saturday’s championship will bring together two of Major League Volleyball’s top teams in a winner-take-all match with a $1 million prize on the line.

 

The Pulse celebrate a historic win.

 

MLV Championship
Dallas Pulse vs. Omaha Supernovas
Saturday, May 9
2 p.m. CT
Comerica Center, Frisco
Broadcast: ION

Tickets are available at provolleyball.com/tickets 



ABOUT DALLAS PULSE

The Dallas Pulse is North Texas’ first women’s professional volleyball team, competing in Major League Volleyball’s 2026 season. Playing at Comerica Center in Frisco, Dallas Pulse echoes the energy, and heart of Dallas-Fort Worth – home to one of the nation’s largest and most passionate volleyball communities. For more information about the team, visit Dallas PULSE or follow @DallasPULSEVB on social media for schedule updates, roster announcements, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content.

ABOUT MLV
Major League Volleyball, entering its third season, is the longest-running formal professional volleyball league for women in the United States. Designed to elevate the sport through world class competition, commercial innovation, and cultural relevance, MLV brings together elite athletes, visionary leadership, and global ambition. With alignment to USA Volleyball and a commitment to Olympic development, MLV serves as the premier pathway from professional play to the world stage.