In June, the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) will begin its fifth season in the United States. The Waterdogs won the 2022 PLL Championship. Will another team come out on top this year? Here’s everything you need to know about the league.
When does the 2023 PLL season start?
Kickoff weekend Saturday, June 3 will feature the season opener between Redwoods LC and Atlas LC exclusively on ABC at 1 pm ET. A championship rematch between Chaos LC and Waterdogs LC is scheduled for Sunday, June 4 on ABC at 1 pm ET.
How can I watch all of the regular season PLL games?
PLL’s 2023 season schedule will include 16 games across ESPN’s linear platforms: ABC (8), ESPN (2) and ESPN2 (6), with all 48 games airing live on ESPN+.
What other PLL events should I watch?
In addition to opening weekend, ESPN will televise the 2023 PLL All-Star Game on Saturday, July 22 at 8 p.m. The 2023 Championship is scheduled to air on ABC at 3 p.m. on Sunday, September 24.
The League will take a two-week break for the 2023 Men’s World Lacrosse Championship scheduled for June 21-July 1.
ESPNU will also televise the 2023 PLL Draft on Tuesday, May 9 at 7 p.m.
What is the Premier Lacrosse League?
The Premier Lacrosse League is a men’s professional lacrosse league based in the United States. PLL is made up of eight teams with lacrosse players from around the world. Former professional lacrosse player Paul Rabil founded PLL with his brother Mike Rabil in 2018.
Why fans should tune in to this upcoming season of PLL
PLL co-founder Paul Rabil recently explained the growing interest around the League, stating, “Our 2023 game programming slate across broadcast, cable and streaming sets a record… We are thrilled to bringing more lacrosse to more fans, new and current, all summer long.” Dan Margulis, ESPN’s Senior Director of Programming and Acquisitions, explained ESPN’s commitment to lacrosse overall: “With 48 games available on ESPN+ and 16 on our linear platforms, it’s another year showcasing lacrosse stars on the air. Sports’ biggest free platforms like ESPN continue to be the ultimate destination for sports.”
How can I get more information about PLL?
To transmit the action of PLL, register in the ESPN+. For the latest scores, news and more, check out the ESPN PLL hub page and official league website. For social content, follow PLL on instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Youtubeand Tik Tok.