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The Rochester Knighthawks are an indoor lacrosse team. Based in Rochester, New York, they are a member of the National Lacrosse League.

Knighthawks Re-Sign Veteran Ian Llord

October 30, 2025 - (Rochester, NY)... Rochester Knighthawks President and General Manager Dan Carey announced today that the team has re-signed veteran defenseman Ian Llord to a one-year contract for the 2025-26 season, pending National Lacrosse League approval. Llord, 40, enters his second season with the new Knighthawks, and his 19th in the NLL. During the 2024-25 campaign, he appeared in all 18 regular-season games and posted one goal, two assists, and 54 loose ball recoveries. He also finished second in the NLL with 37 blocked shots. ... Full Story

Knighthawks Re-Sign Smith to Five-Year Deal

October 30, 2025 - (Rochester, NY)... Rochester Knighthawks President and General Manager Dan Carey announced today that the team has re-signed forward Ryan Smith to a five-year contract, pending league approval. During the 2024-25 season, Smith scored a career-high 49 goals to finish tied for second in the National Lacrosse League. He also led the NLL with 20 power-play goals en route to an 84-point campaign. Smith shared the team's Offensive MVP Award with Connor Fields. "Ryan is a dynamic scorer and an important leader for our team," ... Full Story

Knighthawks Sign 2025 Draft Class

October 29, 2025 - (Rochester, NY)... Rochester Knighthawks President and General Manager Dan Carey announced today that the team has signed 2025 draft picks Adam Thistlethwaite, Mitchell Dunham, Seth Martineau, Amos Whitcomb, and Clifford Gaston to three-year rookie deals, pending league approval. Thistlethwaite was the Knighthawks' first pick in the 2025 NLL Entry Draft, selected 24th overall. The 6-foot-2 lefty is the next in a long line of University at Albany Great Danes headed to Rochester, joining college teammates like Jake Piseno, ... Full Story

Knighthawks Re-Sign Brad McCulley to Two-Year Deal

October 29, 2025 - (Rochester, NY)... Rochester Knighthawks President and General Manager Dan Carey announced today that the team has re-signed lefty forward Brad McCulley to a two-year deal, pending league approval. The Victoria, BC, native was acquired by the Knighthawks from the Vancouver Warriors in March. A National Lacrosse League Cup champion, he was originally selected ninth overall by the Buffalo Bandits in the 2020 NLL Entry Draft. In his NLL career, McCulley has played in 42 games, notching 23 goals, 39 assists, and 71 loose b... Full Story

• Knighthawks Re-Sign Veteran Ian Llord - October 30, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Re-Sign Smith to Five-Year Deal - October 30, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Sign 2025 Draft Class - October 29, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Re-Sign Brad McCulley to Two-Year Deal - October 29, 2025
  
• With CBA Set, Knighthawks Preparing for a New Era - October 22, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Open Season December 14 at San Diego - September 19, 2025
  
• Knighthawks' Home Opener Saturday, December 20 - September 12, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Lean on Local Ties at NLL Entry Draft - September 6, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Have Six Picks in Saturday's NLL Entry Draft - September 4, 2025
  
• Knighthawks Make 'Mammoth' Trade; Acquire Zed Williams from Colorado - August 21, 2025
  
• A New Day for Lacrosse in Rochester: Seneca Nation Purchases Knighthawks - August 5, 2025
  
• Fields Named NLL Most Valuable Player, First Team All-NLL Selection - May 16, 2025
  
• Fields Named Finalist for NLL's Offensive Player of the Year and Most Valuable Player - May 7, 2025
  
• Knighthawks' Season Ends with Opening Round Loss in Vancouver - April 27, 2025
  
• Knighthawks to Face Warriors in Opening Round of 2025 NLL Playoffs - April 20, 2025
  
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League: National Lacrosse League
Home: Rochester, New York
Class: Indoor
Website: Rochester Knighthawks site
Schedule: Full Rochester Knighthawks Schedule Statistics: Full Rochester Knighthawks Statistics

Sat., Apr 26	L	Rochester 10 at Vancouver 15 (Playoff)	Final
Sat., Apr 19	L	Toronto 11 at Rochester 10	Final
Sat., Apr 5	W	Ottawa 6 at Rochester 12	Final
Sat., Mar 29	W	San Diego 13 at Rochester 14	Final
Sat., Mar 15	W	Rochester 18 at Ottawa 8	Final
Fri., Mar 7	W	Rochester 21 at Las Vegas 13	Final
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• Rochester Americans (AHL) - Rochester, New York
  
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• Beyond the Box: With Weight Lifted, Knighthawks Look to Build the Future - NLL Inside Lacrosse (September 13)
  
• Dunham, Olsson Selected in 2025 NLL Entry Draft - NLL Richmond Athletics (September 7)
  
• Rochester Knighthawks bring star player home - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 22)
  
• Knighthawks Acquire Zed Williams for Draft Picks - NLL Inside Lacrosse (August 21)
  
• AGAINST THE BOARDS: Knighthawks to stay in Rochester (podcast) - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Seneca Nation buys Rochester Knighthawks from Pegulas - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Seneca Nation buys Rochester Knighthawks - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Rochester Knighthawks have new ownership - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Seneca Nation purchases National Lacrosse League's Rochester Knighthawks - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Evening Briefing: Rochester Knighthawks under new ownership, alleged Pittsford canal path stalker arrested again and next steps for New York museums after losing federal grants - NLL NewsBreak - Rochester (August 6)
  
• Rochester Knighthawks purchased by Seneca Nation - NLL Rochester Democrat and Chronicle (August 6)
  
• Seneca Nation Purchases NLL's Knighthawks, Keeping Team in Rochester - NLL Inside Lacrosse (August 5)
  
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