Indy Ignite to Select No. 1 Overall Pick in Pro Volleyball Federation Draft on Nov. 25
The five-round order for the draft was announced Thursday by the PVF. Indy Ignite has the first pick in Round 1, eighth pick in Round 2, fourth pick in Round 3, fourth pick in Round 4, and first pick in Round 5, selections 1, 16, 20, 28, and 33.
Having the first overall PVF draft pick gives Indy Ignite an exciting opportunity to choose first from the field of recent college graduates as the team is building its roster for its first season, which begins with opening weekend January 9-12. The full PVF schedule, from January through May, is pending.
“We are absolutely thrilled to announce that we have secured the No. 1 pick in the first round. This is a pivotal moment for our franchise, and we can't wait to welcome an exceptional talent into the Indy Ignite family,” said Mary Kay Huse, president and general manager of Indy Ignite.
Indy Ignite has already signed 11 veteran PVF players, including Sydney Hilley, PVF playoff MVP in 2024, Hoosier star Kylie Murr and Leketor Member-Meneh, who is considered the most powerful outside hitter in the league and has just earned her first career stint as a team captain in the five-week Athletes Unlimited Pro Volleyball season. When the season opens, Ignite will have a roster of 14 with two practice players.
“We are extremely excited to have the number one pick in this year’s draft. With regards to the top talent in the NCAA this year we are confident this player will have an immediate impact on the Ignite and the PVF,” said George Padjen, head coach of Indy Ignite. “This year's NCAA draft class is exceptionally deep, and we believe that the quality of players available in the other rounds will also significantly contribute to our team's future.”
Draft order for the eight teams in the Pro Volleyball Federation is listed below.
First Round Draft Order
Round 1, Selection 1: Indy Ignite
Round 1, Selection 2: Atlanta Vibe
Round 1, Selection 3: Orlando Valkyries
Round 1, Selection 4: Vegas Thrill
Round 1, Selection 5: San Diego Mojo
Round 1, Selection 6: Atlanta Vibe
Round 1, Selection 7: Grand Rapids Rise
Round 1, Selection 8: Omaha Supernovas
Second Round Draft Order
Round 2, Selection 9: Atlanta Vibe
Round 2, Selection 10: Omaha Supernovas
Round 2, Selection 11: Columbus Fury
Round 2, Selection 12: Vegas Thrill
Round 2, Selection 13: Grand Rapids Rise
Round 2, Selection 14: Orlando Valkyries
Round 2, Selection 15: Omaha Supernovas
Round 2, Selection 16: Indy Ignite
Third Round Draft Order
Round 3, Selection 17: Orlando Valkyries
Round 3, Selection 18: Columbus Fury
Round 3, Selection 19: Omaha Supernovas
Round 3, Selection 20: Indy Ignite
Round 3, Selection 21: Atlanta Vibe
Round 3, Selection 22: Grand Rapids Rise
Round 3, Selection 23: San Diego Mojo
Round 3, Selection 24: Vegas Thrill
Fourth Round Draft Order
Round 4, Selection 25: Vegas Thrill
Round 4, Selection 26: San Diego Mojo
Round 4, Selection 27: Atlanta Vibe
Round 4, Selection 28: Indy Ignite
Round 4, Selection 29: Grand Rapids Rise
Round 4, Selection 30: Omaha Supernovas
Round 4, Selection 31: Orlando Valkyries
Round 4, Selection 32: Columbus Fury
Fifth Round Draft Order
Round 5, Selection 33: Indy Ignite
Round 5, Selection 34: San Diego Mojo
Round 5, Selection 35: Vegas Thrill
Round 5, Selection 36: Columbus Fury
Round 5, Selection 37: Omaha Supernovas
Round 5, Selection 38: Atlanta Vibe
Round 5, Selection 39: Orlando Valkyries
Round 5, Selection 40: Grand Rapids Rise