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The National Lacrosse League and USA Lacrosse have announced a partnership that aims to expand the sport.

National Lacrosse League, USA Lacrosse Announce Strategic Partnership

A strategic partnership that is a landmark collaboration in the world of lacrosse has been announced between the National Lacrosse League and USA Lacrosse. The two brands have come together in agreement to unify efforts to help the sport grow with a specific focus on box lacrosse. “We’re committed to expanding our presence in the box […]

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USA Lacrosse to Host Athletes Unlimited Season

USA Lacrosse will host the second season of Athletes Unlimited lacrosse, starting July 21 in Baltimore with all games broadcast on ESPN platforms. More than three dozen athletes have signed on to compete, including 11 players who will play in the World Lacrosse Women’s Championship in Towson, Maryland, before the AU season. In addition to […]

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Jessica Berman Named National Women’s Soccer League Commissioner

Jessica Berman has been named the next commissioner of the National Women’s Soccer League as the league readies for its 10th season of competition. “I’m honored to be the next commissioner of the NWSL and grateful to the owners for their confidence in me,” said Berman. “Working on behalf of, and in partnership with, our […]

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Nick Sakiewicz Resigns as National Lacrosse League Commissioner

National Lacrosse League Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz has announced he will resign from the position to pursue other interests but will continue to advise the league until June 30, 2022. Deputy Commissioner Jessica Berman will assume the commissioner role while the indoor lacrosse league begins its search for a new leader. Under Sakiewicz’s term as commissioner, […]

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World Lacrosse Names Christy Cahill as Chief Brand and Communications Officer

World Lacrosse has hired Christy Cahill as its chief brand & communications officer, playing a leading role in the sport’s campaign for inclusion on the Olympic Program starting with the 2028 Los Angeles Games. ​In her new role, Cahill will be charged with driving awareness and interest in the sport of lacrosse around the world […]

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Next Level Sports to Start Collegiate Lacrosse League

Next Level Sports will start a new Olympic-style lacrosse league featuring Mid-Atlantic colleges and universities, including several Historically Black Colleges and Universities in April. The Next Collegiate League will showcase the new Olympic-style lacrosse format, which is a faster-paced, higher-scoring version of the sport. The discipline is called Olympic Style Lacrosse in hopes of being […]

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World Lacrosse Awards 2023 Men’s World Championship to San Diego

San Diego will be the host for the World Lacrosse 2023 Men’s World Championships with games both at San Diego State University and the University of San Diego — the first time that the world championship will be in the state of California. More than 30 teams and 100 games will be played from June […]

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Farmers Insurance Named Official Insurance Provider of USA Lacrosse

USA Lacrosse has announced a multi-year collaboration with Farmers Insurance as the “Official Insurance Provider” of the national governing body with Farmers offering a portfolio of auto, home, renters, life, business and specialty insurance products that will be available to USA Lacrosse members. “We’re excited to work with such a well-established organization to offer our […]

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USA Lacrosse to Host Super Sixes Event

USA Lacrosse will host a “Super Sixes” Tournament at its headquarters in Maryland in late October with men’s and women’s teams from the United States, Canada and Iroquois Nations competing. All three nations will help organize the event. The tournament will be played at William G. Tierney Field at USA Lacrosse’s complex in Sparks, Maryland, […]

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