Overview

• The agreement spans the 2026 through 2030 seasons and secures ESPN’s exclusive media rights for the Premier Lacrosse LeagueESESPN’s linear TV and streaming platforms will carry all PLL regular-season, All-Star, playoff and championship games along with Women’s Lacrosse League matchups.
• As part of the deal, ESPN has taken a 3% minority equity stake in the league to deepen its strategic partnership.
• Since its 2018 inception, the PLL has posted a 34% increase in paid ticket sales, a 13% rise in attendance and more than double its sponsorship revenue.
• PLL co-founder Paul Rabil says the league is studying an earlier spring schedule to avoid NFL competition and engage college markets.