The NorCal Rumble will make its Major League Volleyball (MLV) debut in January 2027, bringing professional women’s volleyball to Northern California. The team begins its inaugural season on January 7 with a road match against Columbus Fury before hosting the Los Angeles Thunder in its first home game on January 10 at Tech CU Arena in San Jose.
The NorCal Rumble 2027 schedule includes 26 regular-season matches, with 13 home games and 13 away fixtures. The inaugural campaign features matchups against every MLV opponent, including regional games against Los Angeles Thunder and important Western Conference contests against Omaha Supernovas, Dallas Pulse, Vegas Thrill, and Minnesota Forge.
This page provides the complete NorCal Rumble schedule for 2027, including dates, opponents, venues, game times, and TV information. All listed times are in Eastern Time (ET). Matches without confirmed start times or broadcast details are marked TBA.
NorCal Rumble 2027 Schedule Overview
The 2027 season represents the first year of competition for NorCal Rumble, one of four expansion teams joining Major League Volleyball. The franchise will represent Northern California and play most of its home matches at Tech CU Arena in San Jose.
- First regular-season game: January 7, 2027, at Columbus Fury
- Home opener: January 10, 2027, vs. Los Angeles Thunder
- Final regular-season game: April 23, 2027, vs. DC Flight
- Total regular-season matches: 26
- Home matches: 13
- Away matches: 13
- Primary home venue: Tech CU Arena, San Jose, California
- Conference: Western Conference
- League: Major League Volleyball (MLV)
The Rumble’s inaugural season includes three matchups against fellow California franchise Los Angeles Thunder. The teams meet in San Jose on January 10 and April 1, with a road game at Crypto.com Arena scheduled for March 14.
Complete NorCal Rumble 2027 Schedule
The following table includes all 26 regular-season fixtures in chronological order. The three game times supplied for this schedule are displayed in Eastern Time. Other match times and TV details remain TBA until officially announced.
NorCal Rumble Home Schedule 2027
NorCal Rumble will play 13 home matches during its inaugural season. Most home fixtures are scheduled at Tech CU Arena in San Jose, giving Northern California volleyball fans an opportunity to watch the new franchise throughout the 2027 campaign.
The home opener takes place on January 10 against Los Angeles Thunder. Other home opponents include Omaha Supernovas, Dallas Pulse, Vegas Thrill, Orlando Valkyries, Atlanta Vibe, Grand Rapids Rise, Columbus Fury, Indy Ignite, and Minnesota Forge.
The April 18 matchup against Minnesota is included among the team’s home fixtures, but the venue has not been confirmed in the league schedule. Check official team updates before publishing a final venue for that match.
NorCal Rumble Away Schedule 2027
The Rumble’s away schedule includes 13 road games against teams from both MLV conferences. The team will travel to Columbus, Saint Paul, Fishers, Washington, Henderson, Duluth, Orlando, Frisco, Los Angeles, Grand Rapids, and Omaha.
The road campaign begins on January 7 against Columbus Fury. Other notable away fixtures include the February 20 match at Orlando Valkyries and the March 14 meeting with Los Angeles Thunder at Crypto.com Arena.
NorCal Rumble Schedule by Month
The NorCal Rumble 2027 schedule runs from January through April. The inaugural season opens with seven matches in January, followed by six games in February, five in March, and eight in April.
January 2027
NorCal opens its first MLV season on January 7 against Columbus Fury. The team then returns to California for its inaugural home opener against Los Angeles Thunder on January 10 at Tech CU Arena.
The Rumble also hosts Omaha Supernovas, Dallas Pulse, and Vegas Thrill during January. Its remaining games for the month are road fixtures against Minnesota Forge and Indy Ignite.
February 2027
February includes six matches. NorCal travels to Washington to face DC Flight before returning home to host Orlando Valkyries.
The team then visits Vegas Thrill and Atlanta Vibe before playing Orlando Valkyries again on February 20. The month concludes with a road game against Dallas Pulse on February 28.
March 2027
NorCal plays five matches in March. The team hosts Atlanta Vibe and Grand Rapids Rise at Tech CU Arena before traveling to Los Angeles and Dallas.
The month concludes with a home matchup against Omaha Supernovas on March 25. This fixture begins a three-match home stretch that continues into early April.
April 2027
April is the busiest month of the inaugural schedule, with eight matches. NorCal hosts Los Angeles Thunder on April 1 and Columbus Fury on April 3 before traveling to Grand Rapids and Omaha.
The Rumble returns home to face Indy Ignite on April 12, then visits Vegas Thrill on April 14. Its final two matches are a home game against Minnesota Forge on April 18 and the regular-season finale against DC Flight on April 23.
NorCal Rumble Game Times and TV Schedule
The official NorCal Rumble schedule announcement states that match times and broadcast information will be announced later. As a result, most games currently have TBA listed for both start time and TV coverage.
The schedule supplied for this page includes three Eastern Time start times:
- February 20 at Orlando Valkyries — 3:00 PM ET
- March 18 at Dallas Pulse — 8:00 PM ET
- April 14 at Vegas Thrill — 9:30 PM ET
Broadcast networks and streaming platforms have not yet been confirmed for the full season. This section can be updated when MLV releases additional TV and streaming information.
Fans should check the official NorCal Rumble schedule and MLV website for the latest match details.
NorCal Rumble Home Venue: Tech CU Arena
Tech CU Arena in San Jose, California, is the primary home venue for NorCal Rumble. The arena will host the team’s inaugural home opener against Los Angeles Thunder on January 10, 2027.
The venue is also home to the San Jose Barracuda of the American Hockey League. Its location in San Jose makes it a central venue for fans across the Bay Area and Northern California.
Most of the Rumble’s 13 designated home matches are scheduled at Tech CU Arena. The April 18 game against Minnesota Forge is listed as a home fixture, but its venue remains TBA in the league schedule.
NorCal Rumble Tickets for 2027
NorCal Rumble season tickets for the inaugural 2027 season went on sale November 6, 2026. Season-ticket members will become founding members of the team’s WildOnes membership program.
The announced membership benefits include founding-member merchandise, player experiences, exclusive game-day access, and priority access to available playoff tickets.
Fans can also sign up for Rumble Insider updates to receive team announcements, exclusive content, and ticket information. For individual match availability and seating details, visit the official NorCal Rumble website.
Official team website: https://norcalrumble.com
About NorCal Rumble
NorCal Rumble is Northern California’s professional women’s volleyball team and a new member of Major League Volleyball. The franchise will begin competition in 2027 as one of four expansion teams joining the league.
The team unveiled its NorCal Rumble name and brand identity in September 2026. Its ownership group is led by Theresia Gouw, Kerri Walsh Jennings, and Vivek Ranadivé, alongside investors Andre Iguodala, Zaza and Tika Pachulia, and Brad and Andrea Hilsabeck.
Heather Vaughan serves as team president. The franchise is building its professional volleyball program around competition, community involvement, and the growth of the sport throughout Northern California.
Major League Volleyball 2027 Format
The 2027 MLV season will feature 12 teams divided into Eastern and Western Conferences. NorCal Rumble will compete in the Western Conference.
Western Conference
- Dallas Pulse
- Los Angeles Thunder
- Minnesota Forge
- NorCal Rumble
- Omaha Supernovas
- Vegas Thrill
Eastern Conference
- Atlanta Vibe
- Columbus Fury
- DC Flight
- Grand Rapids Rise
- Indy Ignite
- Orlando Valkyries
Each team will play 26 regular-season matches, including 13 home games and 13 away games. NorCal will face every other MLV team at least twice, with four additional conference matchups completing its schedule.
NorCal Rumble 2027 Schedule FAQs
When does NorCal Rumble start its 2027 season?
NorCal Rumble begins its inaugural season on January 7, 2027, with a road match against Columbus Fury at Nationwide Arena in Columbus, Ohio.
When is the NorCal Rumble home opener?
The inaugural home opener is scheduled for January 10, 2027, against Los Angeles Thunder at Tech CU Arena in San Jose, California.
How many games are on the NorCal Rumble 2027 schedule?
The Rumble will play 26 regular-season matches in 2027, consisting of 13 home games and 13 away fixtures.
Where does NorCal Rumble play its home games?
Tech CU Arena in San Jose, California, is the team’s primary home venue. The venue for the April 18 home match against Minnesota Forge is currently listed as TBA.
Who are NorCal Rumble’s main rivals?
Los Angeles Thunder is a notable regional rival. The teams are scheduled to meet three times during the 2027 regular season, including two games in San Jose and one in Los Angeles.
What time do NorCal Rumble games start?
Most match times have not yet been announced. The supplied schedule currently lists February 20 at Orlando at 3:00 PM ET, March 18 at Dallas at 8:00 PM ET, and April 14 at Vegas at 9:30 PM ET.
What TV channel broadcasts NorCal Rumble games?
The complete TV and streaming schedule has not yet been announced. Broadcast information will be added when MLV confirms its coverage arrangements.
When does NorCal Rumble play its final regular-season game?
NorCal Rumble is scheduled to close its inaugural regular season on April 23, 2027, against DC Flight at Tech CU Arena in San Jose.
Is NorCal Rumble part of the MLV Western Conference?
Yes. NorCal Rumble competes in the Western Conference alongside Dallas Pulse, Los Angeles Thunder, Minnesota Forge, Omaha Supernovas, and Vegas Thrill.
Final Thoughts
The NorCal Rumble 2027 schedule marks the start of a new era for professional women’s volleyball in Northern California. The team’s inaugural season includes 26 regular-season matches, 13 home games, and several important matchups against established MLV teams and fellow expansion franchises.
