Tech Company Financing Transactions

Premier Lacrosse League Funding Round

On 7/1/2026, Premier Lacrosse League received $100 million in Series E financing from Ares Capital, private investors and Bolt.

Transaction Overview

Announced On
7/1/2026
Transaction Type
Venture Equity
Amount
$100,000,000
Round
Series E
Investors

Ares Capital (Lead Investor)

private investors (Lead Investor) (Joe Tsai)

Bolt

Creator Sports Capital

ESPN

private investors (Chris Shumway)

private investors (Glen Powell)

private investors (James Young)

private investors (Jed Hart)

private investors (Rob Mac)

private investors (Tony Cavalero)

private investors (Warren Zeiders)

Proceeds Purpose
The company intends to use the funds across four priorities: expanding media distribution and original storytelling; growing sponsorship and commercial partnerships; deepening investment in the Women's Lacrosse League; and broadening access to youth lacrosse to make the game more affordable and available.

Company Information

Company Status
Private & Independent
Industry
Entertainment
Mailing Address
530 7th Avenue 2801
New York, NY 10016
USA
Phone
Undisclosed
Email Address
Overview
The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) is a New York-based, professional men's field lacrosse league founded in 2018 by Paul and Mike Rabil, featuring a touring, tournament-based model with eight teams. Backed by investors such as Ares Management and The Chernin Group, the league generates revenue through broadcasting partnerships with ESPN, ticket sales, and merchandise.
Profile
Premier Lacrosse League LinkedIn Company Profile
Social Media
Premier Lacrosse League Company Twitter Account
Company News
Premier Lacrosse League News
Facebook
Premier Lacrosse League on Facebook
YouTube
Premier Lacrosse League on YouTube

Management Team

Title
Name
Email & Social
Co-Founder
Mike Rabil
  Mike Rabil LinkedIn Profile  Mike Rabil Twitter Account  Mike Rabil News  Mike Rabil on Facebook
Co-Founder
Paul Rabil
  Paul Rabil LinkedIn Profile  Paul Rabil Twitter Account  Paul Rabil News  Paul Rabil on Facebook


 

 

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