The Los Angeles Starlites were one of six teams in the Major League Volleyball (MLV) franchise.
The level of play was highly competitive (above that of even the best Division I college teams) and fast paced, and utilized either a 5-1 or 6-2 offense.
Despite their performance, the team's attendance averaged only 800 fans per game, among the lowest in the league in 1987.
[2] The team played its home games at several different venues during the 1987 and 1988 seasons, which may have contributed to its low attendance numbers.
[2] The Starlites played their home games at UC Irvine's Bren Center during the 1989 season.