Archive · 25 Jun 2025
ESPN Extends Deal, Takes Stake In Premier Lacrosse League
ESPN, a sports channel, is now a part-owner of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and has agreed to show their games for the next five years.
This means you'll be able to watch PLL games on ESPN and also on ESPN+.
ESPN has also invested money into the PLL, which includes both men's and women's lacrosse.
The deal includes regular season games, playoffs, and special games like the All-Star game.
The leaders of the PLL are excited because this partnership helps the sport grow and reach more people.
ESPN acquired a minority stake in the Premier Lacrosse League and extended its media rights agreement for five years.
The deal encompasses all PLL regular season, All-Star, Playoff, and Championship games, plus Maybelline Women’s Lacrosse League games.
ESPN has made a minority equity investment in the PLL.
All PLL and WLL games will stream on ESPN+, with select games also on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2.
The partnership marks a historic moment for the PLL and WLL, indicating growth potential.
- Who
- ESPN and the Premier Lacrosse League
- What
- ESPN acquired a minority stake in the Premier Lacrosse League and extended media rights.
- When
- The deal begins with the 2026 season.
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To bring professional lacrosse to more fans and build a modern sports league model.
League Perspective
ESPN's Perspective
League Growth
League Perspective
Renewed commitment and investment highlight the growing momentum behind the PLL and WLL.
ESPN's Perspective
N/A
- Parties Involved
- ESPN and Premier Lacrosse League (PLL)
- Deal Type
- Media Rights Extension and Equity Investment
- Media Rights Duration
- 5 years
- Included Games
- PLL regular season, All-Star, Playoff, Championship, Maybelline Women’s Lacrosse League games
- Streaming Platform
- ESPN+
- TV Broadcasts
- Select games on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2