Creating perhaps the biggest “wow” moment in the brief history of the Pro Volleyball Federation, the Atlanta franchise on Thursday announced that UCF’s Todd Dagenais will be its coach when play begins in February 2024.
He is the winningest coach in UCF history with 308 victories and has taken the Knights to the NCAA Tournament six times.
“The world is watching what happens with this league,” Dagenais said in a Pro Volleyball Federation news release. “Not only do American players long for a professional opportunity at home, but hearing from elite international players, they are looking for an opportunity to play in America. We now have a pipeline for the youth players to play professionally at home.
“Atlanta is such a beautiful city with such a rich culture. It’s a major city that appreciates athletics and the entertainment value athletics provides. Atlanta is experiencing exponential growth in the volleyball market, making it a perfect fit. Thank you to the Atlanta franchise for believing I’m the person who will make this team a championship team. I’m fortunate to be a part of this endeavor at the beginning stages. I can’t wait to dig in and build this with the greater Atlanta community.”
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