Lacrosse Gets a Big Boost With Celebrity and Investor Support

The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) has secured a historic $100 million investment, the largest financial boost ever recorded in professional lacrosse history.

Key Investors

• Rob Mac and Glen Powell – league actors and partners
• Ares Funds – investment firm backing the deal
• Joe Tsai – New York Liberty owner and investor
• ESPN – deeper involvement than broadcasting

ESPN’s Expanded Role

• Holds a minority equity stake in the PLL
• Will distribute the 2026 PLL and Women’s Lacrosse League (WLL) seasons on its platforms, including ABC

Leadership and Strategic Moves

• Jim Miller (Ares Sports co‑leader) will join the PLL board
• Glen Powell appointed as Creative Advisor, working with founders Paul and Mike Rabil
• Focus: expanding lacrosse into Texas, adding new teams for both men’s and women’s competitions

Long‑Term Vision

• Leverage the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games, where lacrosse will re‑appear as an official sport
• Invest in infrastructure: better competition, wider media reach, youth programs, and a stronger professional network to attract new fans worldwide

Impact

The partnership signals growing confidence in lacrosse’s future and its potential to capture a global audience, enhancing visibility and developing a robust ecosystem that supports athletes at all levels.