As the remainder of the Pro Volleyball Federation kicked off their inaugural 2024 season this previous week, one new franchise already has its eyes on 2025.
The PVF’s latest enlargement franchise unveiled its identify and emblem on Friday, January 26, forward of their debut in 2025: the Indy Ignite. The Indianapolis-based membership is one in every of three enlargement groups slated to affix the league subsequent season, with the others in Kansas Metropolis and Dallas.
The identify “pays tribute to the burning passion of the volleyball community, the fierce determination of their athletes and the league’s efforts to spark a new era of women’s pro sports,” based on the membership.
“Ignite is a verb—an action. It’s a name that captures the nature of our mission, while emphasizing the bold athleticism of our sport. In the coming year, we look forward to building a team worthy of this powerful name, bringing together world-class players and passionate partners to create an unforgettable experience for our fans.”
— Indy Ignite co-owner Jim Schumacher
The emblem contains a navy blue and white volleyball with yellow highlights within the bowl of a navy and lightweight blue torch, with yellow and orange flames surrounding it. “INDY” is written in white on a navy banner close to the highest of the torch, whereas “IGNITE” is written in navy on a bigger gentle blue and white banner over the torch’s deal with.
The torch is reference to the Indiana state flag, “which represents liberty, enlightenment and their far-reaching impact on the world around us,” based on the membership. It additionally refers to Victory, a statue atop the Troopers and Sailors Monument in Indianapolis. “From her vantage point, Victory holds her torch high above the city, serving as a constant reminder of the courage it takes to fight for progress,” the Ignite’s website reads.
“As part of the Pro Volleyball Federation, Indy Ignite is blazing a trail and creating new opportunities for women in sports. Our name reflects that vision, as we work to support female athletes and ignite a passion for women’s volleyball across Indiana. We want our team to light up the court, spark a movement and inspire everyone to embrace the fire within.”
— Indy Ignite co-owner Don Hutchinson
Secondary logos embody the torch together with the “INDY” banner moved right down to over the torch deal with and a wordmark with the “INDY” banner over the “IGNITE” lettering remoted from the first emblem.
The PVF kicked off its inaugural season final week with seven teams:
- Atlanta Vibe
- Columbus Fury
- Grand Rapids Rise
- Omaha Supernovas
- Orlando Valkyries
- San Diego Mojo
- Vegas Thrill
