Osaka Madoguchi Signs American Middle Blocker Brionne Butler
Osaka Madoguchi signs American middle blocker Brionne Butler, a two-time SV.League Top Blocker award winner.
Osaka Madoguchi (Osaka Maavelas) of the SV.League Women announced on Friday, August 14, the signing of American middle blocker Brionne Butler (27), according to the club's official website.
Butler, who has also played for the United States national team, built her club career in Indonesia, Italy, and Brazil before joining Astemo Rivale Ibaraki in 2024. Over two seasons there, she was a key player for the team, earning Top Spiker, Top Blocker, and Best Middle Blocker honors in the 2024-25 SV.League season, and Top Blocker again in 2025-26. She announced her departure from Astemo in April.
Speaking through the club, Butler said: "Hello. I'm very honored to be joining Osaka Madoguchi this season. I will give my all for the team's victories. I'm also really looking forward to meeting the fans."
