Wikipedia - V.League (Japan)

The V.League 1 (Japanese: Vリーグ) is the top-level professional volleyball league for both men and women in Japan. The league started in 1994.

The competitions are organized by the Japan Volleyball League Organization. The league was called V.Premier League before the reform took place in 2018.

History

V.League

In 2016, the Japan Volleyball League Organization, which hosts Premier League, held a press conference in Tokyo and announced plans to create a new league and aim for professionalization. They plan to recruit participating teams by the end of November and aim to start in the fall of 2018.

This project to create a new league was called NEW BORN V.LEAGUE. The new league was named V.League. The new V.League aims to promote the "sports business" of volleyball by realizing a system of "earning through sports and returning the profits to sports" without being bound by conventional concepts. In addition, the V.League aims to further enhance the value of volleyball, push volleyball up to Japan's top arena sports, connect with the world, and become the world's best volleyball league.

Creation of SV.League

The Japan Volleyball League Organization would create the SV.League as the newest top-flight volleyball organization Japan placing it above the V.League.

For teams that do not wish to join the SV.League, both men's and women's leagues will be unified into one division under the name of V.League. The East-West Conference system will be introduced.

The Japan V-Premier Women is a prestigious volleyball tournament that showcases the top female volleyball talent in Japan. Established as a key event in the national sports calendar, the tournament features elite teams from across the country, competing at the highest level of the sport.

Held annually, the V-Premier Women attracts both seasoned professionals and emerging stars, providing a platform for athletes to demonstrate their skills, teamwork, and competitive spirit. The tournament is known for its electrifying atmosphere, with passionate fans filling the stands to support their favorite teams.

The competition format typically includes a series of intense matches, culminating in a thrilling playoff stage that determines the champion. Teams battle not only for the title but also for pride and recognition in the volleyball community.

In addition to the high-stakes matches, the Japan V-Premier Women promotes the growth of volleyball in the country, inspiring young athletes and fostering a love for the sport. With its rich history and commitment to excellence, the tournament continues to be a highlight of Japan's sporting events, celebrating the skill, dedication, and athleticism of women in volleyball.