AU Volleyball Stars Reshape MLV Landscape in Free Agency
The opening days of Major League Volleyball’s free agency are bringing a wave of moves involving Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball veterans.
Just after the league announced a new chapter in its history, as it rebrands from Pro Volleyball Federation (PVF) to Major League Volleyball (MLV), the shuffling of players in free agency began. And from title-winning cornerstones re-signing with familiar squads to stars making high-profile switches, a handful of AU standouts are at the center of the signing buzz.
This article will be updated as additional signings are announced.
Leketor Member-Meneh Back With Indy Ignite
An MLV All-Star in her rookie season, Leketor Member-Meneh is returning to the Indy Ignite after averaging more than three kills per set in 2025. Her season was cut short by an ankle injury after 12 matches, but she remains one of the league’s most dynamic attackers when healthy.
Brooke Nuneviller Stays in Omaha
The reigning Outside Hitter of the Year and two-time captain will be back with the Supernovas for a third season. Brooke Nuneviller finished 2025 among the league’s top five in kills, points, and digs, and recorded 17 double-doubles to help Omaha claim the regular-season title.
Morgan Hentz, Sydney Hilley Join Supernovas
Omaha’s free agency haul included Morgan Hentz, a U.S. Olympian and back-to-back Libero of the Year who spent the past two seasons with the Atlanta Vibe. She led the league in digs per set in both 2024 and 2025, and holds the single-season record for total digs (508).
Joining her is Sydney Hilley, the 2025 Setter of the Year, who returns to Omaha after one season with the Indy Ignite. Hilley topped the league with 11.30 assists per set in 2025 and helped lead the Ignite to the championship match. She also earned Playoff MVP honors with the Supernovas in their 2024 title run.
Brittany Abercrombie, Kaz Brown Stay with Reigning Champs in Orlando
The reigning AU champion is back with the Orlando Valkyries after a dominant 2025 season that earned her league MVP and Opposite Hitter of the Year honors. Brittany Abercrombie led the Valkyries with league records in points (503), kills (462), and attacks (1,208), and set a postseason mark with 49 kills, including 27 in the championship match.
Kaz Brown, an All-League Second Team pick in 2025, was the only middle blocker to surpass 220 kills and 70 blocks last season. She closed the year with five straight matches of 10 or more kills, all while hitting at least .350.
Marlie Monserez Joins the Mojo
The two-time All-League setter heads to San Diego after running Atlanta’s offense for the past two seasons. Monserez earned All-League Second Team honors in 2025, finishing third in the league with 998 assists (10.62 per set) and helping the Vibe to one of the top hitting percentages in the league. She also added 61 kills, 10 aces, 16 blocks and 282 digs across 25 matches.
Kayla Caffey Signs With San Diego
Caffey arrives from Omaha, where she helped the Supernovas secure the top seed in the 2025 PVF Championships. She set career highs with 111 kills (.294), 44 blocks and 18 aces, ranking sixth in the league in aces per set (0.22) and eighth in kill percentage (40.8%). Caffey previously spent the 2024 season with Grand Rapids, where she played a key role in the Rise’s run to the championship match.
Natalia Valentin-Anderson Signs With Dallas
The veteran setter is making the move to the league’s newest franchise after spending the past two seasons in Omaha. Valentin-Anderson led the Supernovas in 2025 with 871 assists, added 36 kills, and ranked third on the team with 283 digs. The Puerto Rico native brings a wealth of international experience, including pro stints in Puerto Rico, Azerbaijan, France, Poland and Italy, along with four Best Setter of the Year awards and a Puerto Rican League MVP honor in 2012-13.
Alisha Glass Childress Takes Over in San Diego
After two seasons with the Vegas Thrill, Olympic bronze medalist Alisha Glass Childress is adding a new role to her résumé. She’s been named head coach of the San Diego Mojo, bringing her international experience, championship pedigree, and proven ability to run an offense to the sidelines. Childress has previous coaching stints as an assistant at Stanford, where she helped guide the Cardinal to the 2019 NCAA title, and with the U.S. Women’s National Team, contributing to a gold medal at the 2018 Pan American Cup.
From championship rosters staying intact to elite talents changing cities, and even a transition from court to sideline, AU veterans continue to be key figures shaping MLV’s 2026 season.
Siera Jones is the digital media reporter at Athletes Unlimited. You can follow her on Instagram and X @sieraajones.
