BREAKING NEWS: PLL launches professional Women's Lacrosse League
Breaking News: Premier Lacrosse League to Launch Professional Women’s Lacrosse League in 2025, Featuring Sixes Format
San Diego, CA — November 13, 2024 — The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) has announced the upcoming launch of a groundbreaking professional women’s lacrosse league set to debut in 2025. This historic move will bring the fast-paced sixes format to center stage, creating a high-energy, professional platform for top women athletes in lacrosse.
Designed to enhance the speed, scoring, and accessibility of the game, the sixes format reduces the number of players and shortens the game time, offering fans a fresh, action-packed experience. PLL’s women’s league will be the first professional organization to exclusively showcase sixes lacrosse at this level, elevating the sport and inspiring future generations.
“We’re thrilled to expand the PLL’s vision into the women’s game with a league that amplifies speed, skill, and excitement for fans worldwide,” said Paul Rabil, co-founder of the PLL. “Our new women’s league is a response to the tremendous demand for professional opportunities in women’s sports, and we’re proud to help lead the charge in bringing more visibility to female athletes.”
Empowering Women in Lacrosse
Backed by top investors and the league’s existing fan base, the PLL’s women’s league aims to be a significant platform for showcasing the incredible talent in women’s lacrosse. The league will focus on engaging fans through accessible broadcast options and interactive digital experiences, creating a community-driven movement around women’s lacrosse.
Triad Athletes San Diego, a dedicated supporter of women’s lacrosse, is excited about the PLL’s efforts to create new pathways for elite women players.
“This league is a game-changer for our sport and for female athletes everywhere,” shared Erica Jackson, Co-founder of Triad Athletes. “It’s an exciting time for our athletes, fans, and young players who can now see a path to professional play and experience the fast-paced energy of the sixes format.”
Marking a Milestone for Women’s Sports
The PLL’s decision to invest in a women’s league reflects a broader commitment to advancing women’s professional sports. The league’s launch coincides with lacrosse’s rising status as an Olympic sport, signaling a momentous step forward for the sport and for women’s athletics.
Stay tuned for team rosters, schedules, and fan engagement events as the PLL prepares for this historic launch. Triad Athletes will continue to support and share updates, promoting women’s lacrosse and inspiring young athletes to dream big.
