Ryan Clark Joined Ownership of LOVB Miami
The former ESPN analyst joins the professional women's volleyball team ahead of its 2026-27 debut.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Volleyball
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Former ESPN analyst Ryan Clark has joined the ownership group for LOVB Miami. The team is set to compete in League One Volleyball's Eastern Conference.
Why it matters
The team aims to establish a professional home for women's volleyball in South Florida. The announcement signals a push to build deep local connections through a diverse group of prominent sports figures.
LOVB Miami joins the league as its 10th professional franchise. This investment comes after Ryan Clark completed an 11-year tenure at ESPN.
The players
Ryan Clark
A former ESPN analyst for 11 years who now co-hosts The Pivot podcast and has joined the LOVB Miami ownership group.
LOVB Miami
The 10th professional volleyball team in League One Volleyball and the organization's new entry into the Miami market.
The details
Clark joins a high-profile ownership group that already includes Lisa Leslie, Braxton Berrios, Sha'Carri Richardson, Champ Bailey, and Carlos Dunlap. To bolster team operations, the club has also added Aury Cruz, Phil Dalhausser, and Tri Bourne to its staff. These moves are part of a broader strategy to anchor the team in the local community before the inaugural season begins.
Timeline
LOVB Miami will begin play in the 2026-27 season.
Beyond the 305
The arrival of LOVB Miami follows the pattern of recent professional sports expansion into the region by leveraging high-profile celebrity ownership. This follows the trend of investment seen in the establishment of Inter Miami CF, which similarly utilized prominent backers to gain a foothold.
Local sports fans will gain a new professional team to follow starting in the 2026-27 season. Residents can expect continued outreach as the ownership group works to build connectivity throughout the city.
The takeaway
The addition of Ryan Clark marks a significant step in the professionalization of local volleyball. Keep an eye on team announcements regarding upcoming recruitment and stadium updates as the 2026-27 season approaches.
Further reading
Learn more about the local sports landscape on our Volleyball page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NDTVSports.
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