UAlbany set to host Premier Lacrosse League games

ALBANY, N.Y. » The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) announced Monday, April 22, that the University at Albany’s Tom & Mary Casey Stadium will host regularseason games on August 24 and 25 this summer.

PLL action will commence with a single showdown on Saturday, August 24, and two games on Sunday, August 25. Albany becomes the 12th location revealed by the PLL following announcements of Boston, New York, Chicago, Baltimore, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, San Jose, Columbus, Denver, and Hamilton. PLL action in Albany will also see former University at Albany student-athletes and current PLL stars Ty Thompson, Kyle McClancy, Connor Fields, Blaze Riorden, Joe Resetarits, Miles Thompson, Brett Queener, and Troy Reh return to their alma mater.

“Albany has always been a hotbed of lacrosse and now local passion is fueled by the rise of University at Albany’s powerhouse Men’s Lacrosse team,” says PLL Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Paul Rabil. “The capital is ready and we are thrilled to partner with UAlbany to bring the action of top notch professional lacrosse to an energized sports public. This summer, the world’s best lacrosse players will descend on the city for three fiercely competitive games that will shape the PLL playoff picture.”

UAlbany is home to one of the top programs in Division I lacrosse. The Great Danes, nine-time America East champions, have been to the NCAA Tournament quarterfinals three times and in 2018 reached NCAA Championship Weekend for the first time. UAlbany also boasts one of the most rabid fan bases in the country and has ranked in the top 10 nationally in home attendance each of the past two seasons.

“The Albany lacrosse community is honored to welcome the PLL to Casey Stadium in its inaugural season,” said Scott Marr, UAlbany’s head coach. “Knowing the support our community gives UAlbany lacrosse, I anticipate an enthusiastic turnout to experience the game at its highest level. In addition, we are extremely proud to welcome back to campus eight former Great Danes who have been fortunate to be drafted into the PLL. Thanks to Paul Rabil and the PLL for the opportunity to host!”