Lacrosse >> Indoor Lacrosse >> NLL >> Buffalo Bandits

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

Bandits Players to Coach WNY Underclassmen All-Star Game

June 16, 2025 - The Buffalo Bandits will be running the second-annual WNY Underclassmen All-Star Game, presented by Crossbar Athletics, on Tuesday, June 17 at West Seneca West High School. Four Bandits players - Chase Fraser, Chris Cloutier, Tehoka Nanticoke and Zack Belter - will coach the pair of games featuring the region's top high school lacrosse talent. The girls' game is scheduled for 6 p.m. and the boys' for 7:30 p.m. Here are the full rosters that will showcase their skills June 17: Girls White Team Name School Grade ... Full Story

'Do We Really Want to Do That Right Now?': Chase Fraser's Viral Penchant for Highlight-Reel Goals

May 28, 2025 - By the time you read this, Chase Fraser will probably have scored another improbable goal that'll be No. 1 on SportsCenter's Top 10 plays. Throughout the 2025 NLL Playoffs, Fraser made it a habit to embarrass the opposing goalkeeper, going between his legs, behind his legs and behind his back to score. His goals have become a recurring topic on The Pat McAfee Show as well as SportCenter's Top 10. Fraser's most recent goal came on Saturday against the Saskatchewan Rush in the winner-takes-all Game 3 of the NLL Finals. F... Full Story

Bandits Championship Rally Set for Friday, May 30

May 27, 2025 - The Buffalo Bandits will host a rally at KeyBank Center in Ticketmaster Alumni Plaza on Friday, May 30, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to celebrate their third straight NLL Championship. The event, which is free and open to all fans, will begin with player arrivals at 5:15 p.m. The celebration will include music and entertainment, giveaways, photo opportunities, and food & drinks for purchase. Championship gear will be for sale at the team store inside KeyBank Center. Parking will be available in the KeyBank Center ramp as w... Full Story

Bandits Win 3rd Straight NLL Cup with 15-6 Win over Rush, MacKay Named MVP

May 24, 2025 - The Buffalo Bandits are NLL Cup champions for the third straight year. Buffalo clinched the best-of-three NLL Finals with a 15-6 win in front of a sellout crowd at KeyBank Center in Game 3 on Saturday. Josh Byrne scored a game-high nine points, including a team-high four goals. Matt Vinc made 41 saves. The team will announce championship rally details in the coming days. Buffalo becomes the second team in league history to win three straight championships. The feat was previously accomplished by the Rochester Knight... Full Story

• Bandits Players to Coach WNY Underclassmen All-Star Game - June 16, 2025
  
• 'Do We Really Want to Do That Right Now?': Chase Fraser's Viral Penchant for Highlight-Reel Goals - May 28, 2025
  
• Bandits Championship Rally Set for Friday, May 30 - May 27, 2025
  
• Bandits Win 3rd Straight NLL Cup with 15-6 Win over Rush, MacKay Named MVP - May 24, 2025
  
• 'Yeah, We'Re Still the Best Team in the League': Bandits Win 3rd Consecutive Championship - May 24, 2025
  
• Bandits Return to Buffalo for Decisive Game 3 against Saskatchewan - May 22, 2025
  
• Bandits Fall to Rush 11-10 in Game 2 of NLL Finals - May 19, 2025
  
• Bandits to Host Game 3 of NLL Finals on Saturday, May 24 - May 18, 2025
  
• Bandits Travel to Saskatchewan with Chance to Win NLL Finals - May 18, 2025
  
• Smith's 8 Points Lead Bandits to Game 1 Win in NLL Finals - May 16, 2025
  
• Smith, Byrne and Vinc Named to All-NLL Teams - May 16, 2025
  
• Game Preview: Bandits Host Rush in Game 1 of NLL Finals - May 15, 2025
  
• Smith Named NLL Offensive Player of the Year - May 15, 2025
  
• 'We're Willing to Do Whatever It Takes': How the Bandits Advanced to Their 5th Straight NLL Finals - May 14, 2025
  
• Buchanan Wins NLL Sportsmanship Award - May 13, 2025
  
• All Today's News

Buffalo Bandits fans cheer on their team (WM Photography)
Team Photo Gallery
League: National Lacrosse League
Home: Buffalo, New York
Class: Indoor
Website: Buffalo Bandits site
Schedule: Full Buffalo Bandits Schedule Statistics: Full Buffalo Bandits Statistics

Sat., May 24	W	Saskatchewan 6 at Buffalo 15 (Champ. Gm. 3)	Final
Sun., May 18	L	Buffalo 10 at Saskatchewan 11 (Champ. Gm. 2)	Final
Fri., May 16	W	Saskatchewan 10 at Buffalo 12 (Champ. Gm. 1)	Final
Sun., May 4	W	Buffalo 11 at Vancouver 9 (Playoff Gm. 2)	Final
Fri., May 2	W	Vancouver 3 at Buffalo 9 (Playoff Gm. 1)	Final
Fri., Apr 25	W	San Diego 4 at Buffalo 5 (Playoff)	Final
All times Eastern On game days, refresh page for latest results Full Buffalo Bandits Schedule and Results

OurSports Central provides coverage of the following independent and minor league teams near the Buffalo Bandits:

• AFC Toronto (NSL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Buffalo Bisons (IL) - Buffalo, New York
  
• Niagara IceDogs (OHL) - St. Catharines, Ontario
  
• Niagara River Lions (CEBL) - St. Catharines, Ontario
  
• Toronto Argonauts (CFL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto FC (MLS) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto FC II (MLS NEXT Pro) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto Marlies (AHL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Toronto Sceptres (PWHL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• York United FC (CPL) - Toronto, Ontario
  
• Buffalo Pro Soccer (USL) - Buffalo, New York
  
• Toronto Tempo (WNBA) - Toronto, Ontario
  

• VIDEO: The Story of the Finals, Told Like Never Before - 2025 NLL Finals: Chase for History. - NLL YouTube (June 19)
  
• VIDEO: 2025 NLL Finals: Chase for History - NLL YouTube (June 9)
  
• Buffalo Bandits voice John Gurtler on his 40-year career - NLL Buffalo News (June 6)
  
• Buffalo Bandits are 3-time champs. That's good for business - NLL Buffalo News (June 3)
  
• Photos: Buffalo Bandits hold championship rally to celebrate third consecutive NLL title - NLL Buffalo News (May 31)
  
• Bandits and Buffalo Celebrate Back to Back to Back Championships - NLL WGRZ (May 31)
  
• Stamper's Musings: Plenty to Applaud in Bandits Run, But Vinc May Just Be the Brightest Star - NLL Inside Lacrosse (May 29)
  
• VIDEO: 3-Time NLL Champion, Chaser Fraser Joins the Pat McAfee Show - NLL YouTube (May 29)
  
• Buffalo Bandits host championship rally at KeyBank Center - NLL WGRZ (May 29)
  
• VIDEO: Chase Fraser Earns the #1 Spot on SportsCenter's Top Ten - NLL YouTube (May 28)
  
• Buffalo Bandits goalie Matt Vinc ponders his playing future - NLL Buffalo News (May 27)
  
• Bills Sean McDermott congratulates Bandits on 3-peat - NLL WGRZ (May 27)
  
• All Today's Buffalo Bandits Headlines