Team unveils its identity, announces Yaamava' Resort & Casino as Founding Partner, with
owners Alexis Ohanian, Issa Rae and Savannah James in attendance
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LOVB (pronounced LOVE) Los Angeles officially unveiled its new team name, Los Angeles Orbit, today at Intuit Dome, marking the next chapter for professional women's volleyball in Los Angeles ahead of the team's inaugural season.
The reveal brought together Los Angeles Orbit investors Alexis Ohanian, Issa Rae and Savannah James, LOVB Commissioner Sandra Idehen, volleyball legend Misty May-Treanor, activist Malala Yousafzai, team leadership, players and supporters of women's sports for the first public unveiling of the team's name, logo and visual identity. Los Angeles Orbit players in attendance included Carli Lloyd, Kotoe Inoue, Annie Drews Schumacher, Madi Kingdon Rishel and Kathryn Boden.
The name Orbit is rooted in the idea of gravity, the pull, energy and connection created when people rally around something they love. At the center of that orbit is her: the athlete, the fan, the girl in the stands and the teammate. It is the foundation of the brand's central idea: Everything Revolves Around Her.
"Los Angeles is a place where sports, culture, technology and entertainment come together, and that makes it an incredible place to build something new in women's sports," said Alexis Ohanian, owner of Los Angeles Orbit and founder of 776. "Los Angeles Orbit is the beginning of something much bigger than a team, it's the beginning of a movement."
"Everything we are building starts with her," said Ana Mendy, President, Los Angeles Orbit. "The athlete on the court, the girl watching from the stands, the teammate beside her and every fan who believes in this team. Orbit is about that pull toward something bigger than yourself. We want Los Angeles Orbit to be a place where women and girls are not on the sidelines of the experience, but at the center of it."
As part of the reveal, Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel was announced as Los Angeles Orbit's first Founding Partner, supporting the club's community impact efforts and fan experience throughout its inaugural season. The partnership introduces Aces Up, a new community impact platform connecting moments on the court to tangible impact across Los Angeles. For every ace Los Angeles Orbit records at home, Yaamava' will donate $1,000 to support the club's community work throughout the city.
"Yaamava' is proud to join Los Angeles Orbit as a Founding Partner and support a partnership rooted in community impact," said Kenji Hall, General Manager, Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel. "Through Aces Up, every ace on the court will help create meaningful opportunities across Los Angeles, turning the excitement of the game into support for the communities we serve. We look forward to connecting with fans throughout the inaugural season and building something special together."
The team's new identity was brought to life through a launch video featuring a special cameo by Zhuri James, daughter of Los Angeles Orbit investor Savannah James and narrated by Issa Rae, also an investor. The event at Intuit Dome marked a significant milestone for Los Angeles Orbit as it prepares to take the court for its inaugural season and establish a new home for professional women's volleyball in Los Angeles.
Up next for the organization is the Free Fan Fest at Intuit Dome on Saturday, September 26 from 11a.m-3p.m. Fans will have a chance to meet Los Angeles Orbit players, join in volleyball activities, crafts and customize team gear.
ABOUT LOS ANGELES ORBIT
Los Angeles Orbit is building LA's professional women's volleyball team by combining world-class athletes, community involvement, and an unmatched fan experience. The team will debut at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood during LOVB's third professional season as it helps usher in a new era for professional volleyball in Los Angeles. LOVB Los Angeles is the seventh franchise in League One Volleyball (LOVB), the first youth-to-professional volleyball ecosystem in the United States. (www.LAOrbit.com)
For season ticket and group ticket deposits please visit www.LAOrbit.com/tickets.
For more information, visit LAOrbit.com and follow @LAOrbitVB on social media.
About LOVBÂ
Founded in 2020, LOVB's mission is to reimagine the future of volleyball. With a unique community-up approach, LOVB is one holistic ecosystem—from club to pro. The largest community of youth volleyball clubs in the country, LOVB launched the first serve of its professional league in January 2025, featuring many of the world's best players, including American Olympic silver medalists and athletes from around the world. Entering its third season, LOVB includes professional teams in Atlanta, Austin, Houston, Los Angeles, Madison, Miami, Minnesota, Nebraska, Salt Lake City, and San Francisco. For more information, visit www.lovb.com.
MEDIA CONTACTS
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Cassie Schienle
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(213) 447-2254
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