Major League Volleyball Hires First Commissioner
Major League Volleyball has appointed Jaime Weston as its first-ever Commissioner. The move comes as the league enters its third season, signaling a new era of professionalization and growth for women's volleyball in the U.S.
Jaime Weston brings over two decades of leadership experience from professional sports and media to her new role. Before joining Major League Volleyball, she served as the Chief Commercial Officer of USA Volleyball, where she was responsible for brand and commercial strategy leading up to the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Weston's extensive background includes more than 15 years in the front office of the National Football League (NFL). During her time at the NFL, she was instrumental in growing the fan base, modernizing the brand, and boosting commercial success across sponsors and media rights holders. Her resume also includes global leadership positions at Universal Music Group and the hospitality provider On Location. A former volleyball player herself at Georgia Tech, Weston's appointment is a return to her roots in the sport. Her firsthand experience as a player provides her with a deep understanding of the sport's culture and its athletes. Major League Volleyball is planning significant expansion, with new teams expected in Northern California, Washington D.C., and Minneapolis-St. Paul for the 2027 season. The league has attracted investment from notable figures such as Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé and Olympic champion Kerri Walsh Jennings, who is also an owner of the forthcoming Northern California franchise. The league has seen impressive growth, surpassing one million total fans in its first three years. This season alone, Major League Volleyball has averaged nearly 4,100 fans per match. This surge in popularity for professional volleyball reflects a broader trend, as volleyball is the top team sport for girls in the United States. The growing appetite for women's volleyball is also evident at the collegiate level. In 2023, a University of Nebraska match drew a record-breaking 92,003 fans, and the NCAA Division I Championship was attended by 22,000 people in December 2024. An ESPN broadcast of a regional match between Texas A&M and Nebraska also set a viewership record with 1.2 million viewers.
