National Lacrosse League Expansion: Past, Present, and Future Prospects

How has the National Lacrosse League expanded in recent years. What are the key factors driving NLL expansion. Which cities are potential candidates for future NLL franchises. How is the league balancing growth with stability.

The Vision of Commissioner Nick Sakiewicz

When Nick Sakiewicz took the reins as commissioner of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), he brought with him a bold vision for expansion. Drawing from his experience in growing Major League Soccer, Sakiewicz aimed to apply similar strategies to the NLL. However, this approach was met with initial skepticism from long-time league observers.

Why the hesitation? The NLL’s history with expansion had been fraught with challenges. Previous attempts often involved granting franchises to questionable ownership groups, resulting in teams folding or relocating. This pattern created instability within the league. At its peak, the “old” NLL boasted thirteen teams, but in recent years had settled into a more stable nine-team configuration.

Sakiewicz’s Strategic Approach

How did Sakiewicz plan to avoid past pitfalls? His strategy involved a careful, measured approach to expansion:

• Prioritizing league stability above all else
• Focusing on NHL/NBA ownership groups or individuals with significant financial resources
• Learning the intricacies of the league, including the game, teams, and fan base
• Adapting his expansion blueprint to fit the unique needs of the NLL

Recent Expansion Successes

The NLL’s recent expansion efforts have yielded several notable successes, each contributing to the league’s growth and stability.

San Diego Seals: Billionaire Backing

What was the significance of the San Diego Seals expansion? This move brought Joseph Tsai, owner of the Ali Baba empire and worth approximately $17 billion, into the NLL ownership fold. The Seals’ establishment marked the league’s return to the southern west coast, a strategically important region.

Philadelphia: A Return to Roots

How did the NLL approach its return to Philadelphia? By partnering with Comcast, owners of the NHL’s Flyers and the Wells Fargo Center, the league ensured a stable presence in one of its original markets dating back to 1974.

Rochester’s Unique Situation

When Rochester’s owner sought to move the franchise to Halifax, Nova Scotia, how did the NLL maintain its presence in this key market? A creative solution was found through Terry Pegula of Pegula Sports and Entertainment, owner of the Buffalo Bandits and Buffalo Sabres. Pegula’s group established an expansion team in Rochester, preserving the NLL’s footprint in this lacrosse-rich area.

Long Island: Tapping into Sports Management Expertise

What advantages did the Long Island expansion bring? GF Sports, with its proven track record in managing live sports and entertainment properties, was awarded a franchise to play at the Nassau Coliseum. This move leveraged experienced sports management to establish a strong presence in the New York metropolitan area.

Fort Worth: Expanding into Texas

The addition of the Panther City Lacrosse Club in Fort Worth, Texas, represents a significant step in the NLL’s expansion strategy. Why is this move noteworthy?

• Ownership led by Bill Cameron, part-owner of the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder
• Establishes an NLL presence in the lucrative Texas market
• Home venue at the state-of-the-art Dickies Arena

This expansion not only brings the excitement of professional lacrosse to a new market but also aligns with the league’s goal of partnering with experienced sports ownership groups.

Albany Firewolves: A Strategic Relocation

The move of the New England Black Wolves to Albany, rebranded as the Firewolves, showcases the NLL’s flexibility in adapting to market opportunities. What makes this relocation significant?

1. Addition of Oliver Marti to ownership, a former pro lacrosse player
2. Marti’s connections to the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and Epoch lacrosse equipment
3. Diverse business background, including healthcare hedge funds and investment firms

This move not only maintains the NLL’s presence in the Northeast but also brings in ownership with deep ties to the lacrosse community and business acumen.

Future Expansion Prospects

As the NLL continues to grow, several markets are under consideration for future expansion. Where might we see new NLL franchises in the coming years?

Canadian Opportunities

In Canada, four cities are particularly intriguing for potential NLL expansion:

• Edmonton
• Winnipeg
• Montreal
• Quebec City

These markets offer a combination of passionate lacrosse fan bases and potential NHL partnerships, aligning with the league’s expansion strategy.

U.S. West Coast Targets

To further solidify its presence on the West Coast, the NLL is exploring opportunities in:

• San Francisco
• Seattle
• Las Vegas

These cities represent large media markets and the potential for cross-promotion with other professional sports franchises.

Revisiting the East Coast

With the departure of the New England team to Albany, there’s renewed interest in establishing an NLL presence in Boston. Rumors suggest the NHL’s Boston Bruins may be interested in reviving the Boston Blazers franchise, which would fill a key gap in the league’s East Coast footprint.

Balancing Growth and Stability

How does the NLL plan to manage its expansion while maintaining competitive balance? The league’s approach involves several key strategies:

• Careful vetting of ownership groups to ensure financial stability
• Gradual expansion, adding teams in phases rather than all at once
• Consideration of the impact on existing teams, particularly through expansion drafts
• Long-term vision of growing to 20-30 teams
• Goal of transitioning from a part-time to a full-time league

This measured approach aims to avoid the pitfalls of rapid expansion that have challenged other sports leagues.

The Impact of Expansion on Player Development

As the NLL grows, how does expansion affect player development and opportunities? The addition of new franchises creates several positive outcomes for players:

1. Increased roster spots for professional lacrosse players
2. More opportunities for young talent to break into the league
3. Potential for higher salaries as teams compete for top talent
4. Greater exposure for players in new markets

However, expansion also presents challenges, such as maintaining a high level of play across a larger number of teams and ensuring competitive balance.

Developing Lacrosse Talent Pipelines

How can the NLL ensure a steady influx of skilled players to support its expansion? Several strategies are crucial:

• Partnering with youth lacrosse programs in new markets
• Collaborating with colleges to develop NCAA to NLL pathways
• Investing in international player development
• Creating developmental leagues or partnerships with existing minor leagues

These initiatives can help cultivate a robust talent pipeline to support the league’s growth ambitions.

The Role of Media and Technology in NLL Expansion

In the digital age, how does media coverage and technology factor into the NLL’s expansion plans? The league recognizes the importance of leveraging various platforms to reach new audiences and enhance fan engagement:

• Streaming partnerships to increase game accessibility
• Social media strategies to build fan communities in new markets
• Virtual reality experiences to bring fans closer to the action
• Data analytics to inform franchise location decisions

By embracing innovative technologies and media strategies, the NLL aims to create a more immersive and accessible experience for fans across North America.

Building Local Fan Bases

What strategies can new NLL franchises employ to build strong local fan bases? Successful expansion teams often focus on:

1. Community outreach and youth lacrosse programs
2. Partnerships with local businesses and organizations
3. Creating unique game-day experiences
4. Leveraging local media to increase visibility
5. Developing rivalries with nearby franchises

These efforts help new teams integrate into their communities and cultivate passionate fan support.

Economic Impact of NLL Expansion

Beyond the realm of sports, how does NLL expansion affect local economies? The introduction of a professional lacrosse franchise can bring several benefits to host cities:

• Job creation, both direct team employment and ancillary services
• Increased foot traffic and revenue for businesses near arenas
• Potential for sports tourism, particularly for rivalry games or playoffs
• Enhanced city profile, potentially attracting other businesses or events

While the economic impact may not be as substantial as that of major leagues like the NFL or NBA, NLL franchises can still contribute significantly to local economies, especially in mid-sized markets.

Arena Development and Utilization

How does the NLL’s expansion strategy intersect with arena development? The league’s focus on partnerships with NHL and NBA ownership groups often means access to state-of-the-art facilities. This approach offers several advantages:

1. Shared operational costs, making franchises more financially viable
2. Increased arena utilization during traditional hockey/basketball off-seasons
3. Opportunities for cross-promotion with other sports tenants
4. Access to established fan amenities and premium seating options

These synergies can help new NLL franchises establish themselves more quickly and efficiently in their markets.

International Expansion Possibilities

While the current focus is on North American markets, could international expansion be on the horizon for the NLL? Several factors make this an intriguing possibility:

• Growing global interest in lacrosse
• Potential for exhibition games or tournaments in lacrosse-playing nations
• Opportunities to tap into new talent pools and fan bases
• Increased global media rights potential

However, international expansion would present unique challenges, including travel logistics, cultural differences, and varying levels of lacrosse infrastructure in different countries.

Potential International Markets

If the NLL were to consider international expansion, which markets might be most promising? Some possibilities include:

1. England, with its established lacrosse tradition
2. Australia, home to a competitive lacrosse scene
3. Japan, where the sport is growing in popularity
4. Israel, which has seen recent success in international lacrosse competitions

Any international expansion would likely be a long-term consideration, following the successful execution of the league’s North American growth strategy.

The Future of NLL Expansion

As the National Lacrosse League continues to execute its expansion strategy, what can we expect in the coming years? The league’s vision includes:

• Gradually increasing to 20-30 teams across North America
• Potential transition from a part-time to a full-time professional league
• Continued focus on stable ownership and strong market presence
• Exploring innovative ways to grow the sport’s fan base

While challenges remain, the NLL’s methodical approach to expansion under Commissioner Sakiewicz’s leadership suggests a bright future for professional lacrosse in North America.

Adapting to Changing Sports Landscape

How will the NLL navigate the evolving sports entertainment landscape? Key considerations include:

1. Embracing digital platforms and new media consumption habits
2. Exploring partnerships with emerging sports leagues or entertainment ventures
3. Adapting game formats or rules to enhance fan engagement
4. Investing in player development to ensure a high-quality on-field product

By remaining flexible and innovative, the NLL can position itself for sustainable growth in a competitive sports market.

As the National Lacrosse League continues its expansion journey, it faces both exciting opportunities and significant challenges. The league’s commitment to strategic growth, coupled with its focus on stable ownership and strong market selection, provides a solid foundation for success. While the path to becoming a major player in the North American sports landscape is not without obstacles, the NLL’s vision and execution suggest a promising future for professional lacrosse. As new franchises emerge and the league’s footprint grows, fans across the continent can look forward to experiencing the fast-paced, high-energy action of professional box lacrosse in their home markets.

National Lacrosse League Expansion…Past, Present, and Future

15 de Mayo de 2021 a las 05:04

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Article by Gary Groob IG: @ggroob

Columnist and Host of Spanglish World Networks

TORONTO. –  With the recent Fort Worth expansion, and the move of New England to Albany, it is safe to say that Pandemic or not, the National Lacrosse League (NLL) won’t let anything come between themselves, and the goals they have set for league growth.

When Nick Sakeiwicz took over as the NLL commissioner his mandate was to expand the league the same way he helped to expand Major League Soccer (MLS). 

People who had been around the NLL had seen this movie before. 

Give out franchises to questionable ownership groups for the sake of expansion, led to teams folding, or moving cities creating instability in the league.  At their peak, the “old” NLL had thirteen teams, but in recent years had settled comfortably to a nine team league of stable franchises.

Enter Commissioner Nick Sakeiwicz…

Although the first couple of years he was more in the background, he wasn’t just sitting in his office.  Mr. Sakeiwicz was learning the league (the game, the teams, the fans), and was also fine tuning his blue print on expansion to fit the NLL.

What were the prerequisites?

Commissioner Sakeiwicz was looking for stability of the league first and foremost. To achieve this he would only look to expand with NHL/NBA ownerships or people with very, very deep pockets.

The first expansion added a billionaire to the league.  Joseph Tsai, Owner of the Ali Baba empire and worth approximately 17 Billion dollars, was granted a team in San Diego (Seals).  This also opened the southern west coast to the league for the first time in years.  At the same time, Sakeiwicz brought a franchise back to Philadelphia (one of the original cities of the NLL dating all the way back to ’74).  This time however, the ownership group was Comcast, who also owned the NHL Flyers, and had the Wells Fargo Center ready for them to play.

Opening the coasts was important to the league, making sure the entire Continent of North America was included in this league.

Rochester’s owner Curt Styres was looking to move his franchise to Halifax, Nova Scotia, but that would leave a hole in the storied NLL city of Rochester, what to do?  A deal was struck with Terry Pegula of Pegula Sports and Entertainment, and owner of the Buffalo Bandits and Buffalo Sabres.  His ownership group would now put an expansion team back in Rochester, NY, and though unorthodox, it worked.  At the same time GF Sports (with proven experience managing live sports and entertainment properties both in the New York area and worldwide) was awarded a Franchise on Long Island, to play at the Nassau Coliseum. 

Enter the Fort Worth expansion…

Bill Cameron (Part owner of the NBA’s Oklahoma Thunder) headed the ownership group set to lead the Panther City Lacrosse Club, ready to play in Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, Texas.

The move of the New England Black Wolves to Albany (newly named the Firewolves), added Oliver Marti, a former pro lacrosse player himself, major invester in the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL), owner of Epoch lacrosse equipment, also forming the Connecticut-based healthcare hedge fund team CCI Healthcare at investment firm Columbus Circle Investors in 2001 and founded Akera Capital in 2018.

Where to next?

In Canada there are four spots the league is looking at…Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal, and Quebec City.

In the U.S. the league is looking to increase their exposure on the west coast with places like San Francisco, Seattle, and Las Vegas constantly as rumored destinations. 

The departing of the New England team to Albany, leaves a hole on the east coast, and rumors of the Boston Bruins (NHL) looking to resurrect the Boston Blazers have surfaced. 

The league will add more franchises but, as seen in the past with this management group, will do their due diligence first, and space it out to not destroy chemistry of the present teams (expansion drafts have teams losing two players each time).  The goal to have twenty to thirty teams, moving the league eventually from part time to full time is well underway, but this is a marathon not a sprint. 

Teams will be added a few at a time, a few years apart from each other, keeping balance while moving forward.   As long as Sakeiwicz and his team stay true to their blue print, they will have stable franchises all over North America.  The future looks to be bright, and exciting for this league.

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NLL Expansion Candidate Cities – Lacrosse All Stars

NLL commissioner Nick Sakiewicz has made it clear that the league intends to continue its growth and geographic footprint through expansion over the next few years. We’ve recently seen new franchises like Fort Worth and Las Vegas come online, preceded by San Diego, Halifax, and New York (Riptide).

But where could the NLL go?

When looking at new cities, there are several things to consider. Ironically, an established presence of box lacrosse is not one of them. When we consider the recent NLL additions to states like Texas, Nevada, and California, these are places with thriving field games where youth box is still relatively new.

The Criteria

The criteria I considered when looking at possible cities for the NLL expansion were:

• A medium-sized stadium in the range of 12,000-18,000 capacity
• A “sports” city with enough room in the market for another pro team
• A location that isn’t too close to a competing franchise
• A location that can easily pull fans from within a region
• An established ownership group with experience in sports operations

NLL Expansion Candidates

Toledo, Oh / Grand Rapids, Mi

So, this started out as a selfish choice so that I can have a team nearby, but I promise they both make sense as NLL expansion cities.

Each city is blessed with a strong lacrosse presence in both field and box. They are both also adjacent to major cities, host minor league sports franchises, and have suitable venues.

Toledo is one hour from Detroit, a little more than an hour from Windsor, and two hours from Cleveland. It’s home to the Toledo Walleye of the ECHL and the Toledo Mud Hens (an MLB affiliate for the Detroit Tigers). The Walleye and Mud Hens are both owned by the same group:

The team is currently owned and operated by Toledo Arena Sports, Inc. The current ownership group is a subsidiary of Toledo Mud Hens Baseball Club, Inc., another ownership that owns and operates the Toledo Mud Hens.

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This means that Toledo has an experienced ownership group in place that already operates a suitable facility; The Huntington Center is 12 years old and has a maximum capacity of about 8,000. While the facility is on the smaller side, it gives the franchise the opportunity to sell out every week. There are few things as intimidating in sports as a smaller, sold-out venue in a sports-crazed town.

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Grand Rapids is two-and-a-half hours from Detroit and three hours from Chicago. It already hosts an AHL franchise in the Grand Rapids Griffins, which is owned by billionaire Dan DeVos, who also serves as chairman for the Orlando Magic. The Griffins play at VanAndel Arena, which can seat approximately 10,000 fans. In short, Grand Rapids has the stadium, the owner, and the right location to replicate a Halifax-type level of success.

Salt Lake City, Ut

I had my own list of NLL expansion cities, but as I was starting this post, I stumbled upon Charlie’s suggestion, and he was so spot on that I immediately added (all credit to Charlie).

After seeing Salt Lake City first-hand and just how electric a Jazz 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯 game was, I have no doubt the @NLL would thrive here

— Charlie Ragusa (@chucknchuck) October 19, 2021

SLC has seen tremendous growth in its lacrosse presence, but that isn’t what makes it a great candidate to me. The city has one major sport franchise, the Utah Jazz, and a state of the art arena (Vivint Arena), which can seat up to 20,000 for basketball. When outfitted with boards to host an NLL game, I imagine this puts the capacity right around 17,500, which is ambitious but ideal for NLL attendance.

Not only would SLC create another West Division team, it could also lure some impressive ownership groups west. According to a recent article about the sale of Real Salt Lake, the local MLS team, there is quite an extensive list of possible new owners. When spending more than $350 million on an MLS franchise, why not add a $10 million NLL team and really invest in Utah sports?

Honorable Mentions

• Portland, OR
• Nashville, TN
• Charlotte, NC
• Milwaukee, WI
• Boston, MA (but not actually in Boston)

States Expansion. How Americans Love Sports – Hockey News

How did David Beckham change soccer in America? How many millions of people watched the Super Bowl around the world? Why is the average NFL attendance the dream of every sports league on the planet? The answers are in the material of Vitaly Suvorov.

Super Bowl 2013, which ended with a resounding victory for the Baltimore Ravens, was watched by more than 150 million people around the world – never before had such an audience gathered at the screens of a football game.

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About 72,000 fans made their way inside the Superdome itself that day – but that’s not a record, not even close. The Steelers from Pittsburgh match against the Green Bay Packers, which thundered in Texas two years ago, gathered 103,219 spectators in the stands. The 1983 California Super Bowl, in which the Miami Dolphins butted heads against the Washington Redskins, was attended by another 400 people.

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In the early 2000s, the average Super Bowl attendance was 70,000+. Such – with rare exceptions – it remains to this day. But this is due only to the fact that almost all the stadiums that have been hosting the United States Major Sports Performance for 13 years simply cannot accommodate more spectators.

No wonder the average NFL attendance is the number every sports league on the planet dreams of. In the 2009 season/10, a year after the world was rocked by the financial crisis, and ticket prices crept up, each game of the National Football League was attended by an average of more than 67,000 spectators; at the end of the season, it was estimated that during this time 17 million 282 thousand people visited the stands. Needless to say, the season ticket waiting list for, say, the Chicago Bears is over 15 years old?

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David Beckham, the most famous and arguably the most influential football player of our time, tried on the jersey of MLS flagship LA Galaxy five years ago. Leaving the States last December, Becks must have been pleased. So what has really changed during this time?

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Well, first of all, there were 12 teams in the US Major League Soccer when David Beckham arrived; now, five years later, it’s 19. Professional football clubs have sprung up in Toronto, Seattle, Philadelphia, Portland, Vancouver, and Montreal. The hitherto unprecedented competition for fans forced the club bosses to update the infrastructure, entertain spectators both inside and outside the stadiums. TV revenues have multiplied, and the average football match attendance has increased by more than 300 percent to 19 in 2012.thousand fans.

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Of course, all this is not the merit of Beckham alone. For five years, Thierry Henry, Robbie Keane, Rafael Marquez and other European stars moved to the MLS. The American League not only got rid of the glory of Qatar – a place where older players secure their future without much effort – but also attracted the attention of English, German and even Russian fans.

It is difficult to judge how much it attracts the Americans themselves. However, it is known that, on average, only 10 percent of the seats are empty at each MLS game – less than in the NBA and NHL games, the two most popular American leagues outside the United States.

_{Photo: Fotobank/Getty Images/Kevork Djansezian , but especially strongly in America itself. The first three games, which restarted American hockey in January of this year, gathered a total of 53,500 spectators in the stands. #hockeyisback – and after watching the next two videos, you will understand why this is so important.}

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The cardinal rule of the United States sports industry, just like the music or film industry, is that the world needs Legends. Nowhere else in the world is it possible to gain popularity so quickly. Nowhere, except in America, you can become such a star as you can become in the United States. Do your job, do it well – and you will not be left without attention. However, sport, in any case, is a different story.

The standing ovation received by Kobe Bryant on America’s best daytime show, The Ellen DeGeneres Show, would be the envy of George Clooney himself – despite the fact that Ellen’s audience consists predominantly of women. So, as David Beckham was met on the same show a year earlier, they did not even meet Barack Obama.

LeBron James has about the same number of followers on Twitter as Jim Carrey and Jimmy Fallon, the host of one of the most popular Late Night Shows and the inspiration of Ivan Urgant. Kobe, who appeared on the social network just over a month ago, is already being followed by almost one and a half million people. There is a suspicion that by the end of this year, Justin Bieber will have a serious cause for concern.

Every Kobe throw, every tweet by Carmelo Anthony or Shaquille O’Neal brings the NBA thousands of new fans around the planet. YouTube is full of crazy things that basketball fans are doing in the stands. But personally, I like the other video much more – in which LeBron James strangles in the arms of a plump man, a fan of the Heat, who just earned 75 thousand dollars with one throw.

How many people who stumble across this video do you think would want to add a T-shirt from a good-looking black man who also happens to be a basketball superstar to their wardrobe? What do you think will be the first purchase of the lucky one?

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According to many, baseball is a sport that is almost impossible to understand for a person born outside the United States. It has to be learned from childhood – swinging a bat in the backyard, throwing a ball, collecting the legendary cards that today are bought for thousands of dollars.

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In the States themselves, the game, celebrated in Hollywood films, is not just a sport, it is a cult, it is history. Joe DiMaggio, the best baseball player of all time, could easily be compared to Louis Armstrong or Frank Sinatra, all of whom influenced American culture in roughly equal measure, being the perfect epitome of the era they lived in. All of them were idols, for a meeting with which people were ready to give everything they have.

In addition, baseball is perhaps the only game on the planet that so reverently guards history. Its rules have not changed for almost 100 years; the shape of the players even now is not much different from what athletes took to the field in the 20s of the last century.

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However, the most amazing story happened only about 17 years ago when a bunch of activists from the state of Ohio organized the first reconstruction of a baseball game in the mid-19s.of the century, as others put on re-enactments of Civil War battles or the legendary Woodstock concert.

As the years went on, the number of participants increased, and at some point, those few people who started the historic match became the leaders of an entire league – a league that dressed up in equipment from 1857, spelled “Baseball” as “Baseball” (the name of the game changed in the 1880s) and used long-obsolete terminology. What is this if not love?

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The US Student Competition is a place where almost all the stars of American sports light up like a garland on a Christmas tree. The National Collegiate Sports Association has more than a thousand organizations, and the association itself holds championships in football, basketball, hockey, baseball, golf, lacrosse, fencing and dozens of other sports.

To hell with words, just look at this. The University of Michigan Stadium, where Brodsky once taught, during match days of the local football team.

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The short video just a couple of paragraphs below was filmed by the guys at EA Sports a few years ago as part of a campaign to promote a new series of the iconic soccer game. Its main character is a 62-year-old Chinese named King Keung Chu, who immigrated to New York from Hong Kong in the early 80s. Every Saturday, King puts on his boots and wanders towards the football field to play for an amateur club from Chinatown. King does not speak English, so none of his teammates know his exact age, or profession, or the secret of his amazing physical shape.

However, in this video you will find not only the touching story of a Chinese immigrant. In it you will find proof that even in New York City, a city full of fun, the less popular game captivates students and old people, artists and engineers, Americans and those who left their homeland a long time ago.

After all, real sport is crowded even in the largest stadiums on the planet.

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Gladilin assessed the prospects of Rubin and Baltika in the RPL 90 004 Former coach of “Spartak” Valery Gladilin shared his opinion about the prospects of “Rubin” and “Baltika” in the upcoming season of the championship of RussiaRead more → . ..0004 Ex-football player of Dynamo Moscow Vitaly Dyakov reacted to the resignation of Stanislav Cherchesov from the post of head coach of the Hungarian &laq … mabaeva in the best league in the world UFC: “Asu’s level is at least the top 5 UFC. I know how …

Member of the European Parliament assessed the prospects for Ukraine’s accession to the EU Ukraine, most likely, will never join the European Union. This opinion was expressed by MEP Ivan Sincic.Read more…

Terekhin assessed Dynamo’s prospects for the next season Former Dynamo Moscow striker Oleg Terekhin spoke about the club’s prospects for the upcoming season. the club’s policy will definitely have an effect in the near future. Former Lokomotiv coach Yuri Semin believes that Krasnodar will …

The Russian Foreign Ministry assessed the prospects for extending the grain deal There are no grounds for Russia to extend the grain deal, which expires on July 17th. This is stated in the statement of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, published on …

UFC champion assessed the prospects of a native of Kazakhstan: “He is good, but not top” UFC champion in the lightweight category Islam Makhachev assessed the prospects of Rafael Fiziev, a native of Kazakhstan: “Fiziyev is good, but he is not a top level. …

The expert assessed the prospects for creating a competitor to the Mir system Timur Aitov, chairman of the commission on financial security of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Russia, sees no advantages in creating a competitor for payment …

Kissinger assessed Ukraine’s prospects for the return of Crimea The United States does not believe that Ukraine will be able to establish control over Crimea during the current counter-offensive, the ex-state …

Borodyuk assessed Mostovoy’s prospects as a coach about the prospects of Alexander Mostovoy. Earlier it became known that e …

UFC fighter appreciated Usman’s prospects in a possible fight with Chimaev American UFC fighter Adam Fugitt shared his opinion on a potential duel between Swede of Chechen origin Khamzat Chimaev and Nigerian Kam …

Nepomniachtchi assessed the prospects of Lichka in Dynamo Moscow The well-known Russian specialist Valery Nepomniachtchi assessed the prospects of Marcel Lichka at the head of Dynamo Moscow.Read more → … 9 0005

Sinitsyn assessed Krasnodar’s prospects for the upcoming RPL season The new Russian Championship starts on July 21. Former Krasnodar goalkeeper Andrey Sinitsyn believes that the club can enter the top five according to the results …

Gazzaev assessed the prospects of Marcel Lichka in Dynamo The specialist headed the capital club before the start of the season. Former CSKA head coach Valery Gazzaev assessed the prospects of Marcel Lichka as the ambassador of the main . .. from the very beginning, she advocated a peaceful solution to the conflict, but neither Kiev nor the West were going to comply with the Minsk agreements …0004 Ex-goalkeeper of the Moscow “Locomotive” Ilya Abaev said that the club’s winger Sergei Pinyaev could become one of the leaders of the team in the coming years, … Former CSKA and Barcelona midfielder Igor Korneev shared his forecast …

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Kanchelskis assessed Kudryashov’s prospects after leaving Antalyaspor Former Manchester United football player Andrey Kanchelskis expressed the opinion that Russian defender Fedor Kudryashov, who left Antalyaspor, could come in handy …

Matytsin assessed the prospects of Russian sports without foreign starts Russian athletes participate in many foreign competitions, which are organized by international federations. About this in the framework of the St. Petersburg …

Selyuk’s agent assessed Kokorin’s prospects at Fatih Karagumryuk Agent Dmitry Selyuk commented on the information that Turkish Fatih Karagumryuk is interested in Russian striker Alexander Kokorin. His …

Vladimir Putin assessed the real prospects of the grain deal Russia has not yet made a final decision on the future of the grain deal. One of the options is to suspend participation in the agreement …

Vladimir Granat assessed the prospects of Rubin in the upcoming RPL season0004 Former Rubin football player Vladimir Granat shared his expectations from the performance of the Kazan club in the upcoming season of the Russian Premier League (RPL). …

Analyst Belyaev estimated the prospects of the Russian currency in June freepik.com | Freepik Company S.L The Russian ruble is unlikely to show a fall before the end of June, says Ph.D. Professor Ordov assessed the prospects of the ruble The dollar exchange rate will rise to 92 rubles, after which the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance will jointly fix it at this mark, considers the head of the department . ..

Bill Simmons assessed the prospects for San Antonio in the near future Well-known American journalist, expert Bill Simmons expressed the opinion that the San Antonio Spurs will soon become a team of the playoff level of the National … 900 05

Chesnokov assessed the prospects of Medvedev, Rublev and Khachanov at Wimbledon Former ninth racket of the world Andrei Chesnokov suggested how the Wimbledon tournament will develop for Russian tennis players. …

Lukashenka assessed the prospects around part of the territories of Ukraine Plans around the “dismemberment of Ukraine” and the separation of the western part from it, which may be nurtured by Warsaw as well, are unacceptable, the Belarusian says … “Barcelona” Igor Korneev assessed the prospects of Vladimir Ivic at the head of “Krasnodar” in the new season of the Premier League.Read more → …

A Russian physicist assessed the prospects of a new Chinese reactor running on thorium The transition to thorium in nuclear power will not happen until the end of the 21st century and will require significant investments, physicist Yevgeny Kulikov is sure. …

Former CSKA coach assessed Chalov’s prospects in the strongest clubs in Europe Former goalkeeping coach of Moscow CSKA Vyacheslav Chanov said that the red-blue striker Fedor Chalov is ready to successfully play in the strongest European clubs …

Biden assessed the prospects for Ukraine’s entry into NATO before the end of the conflict US President Joe Biden said that the admission of Ukraine into NATO before the end of the conflict threatens a direct clash between the North Atlantic Alliance and Russia … aka” Eduard Mor shared his expectations for the future …

Aldonin assessed the prospects of Russian football to return to the international level The ex-player of the Russian national team positively accepted the statements of FIFA and UEFA representatives at the RFU conference. Russian footballer Alexey left the Russian championship in 2020. Former Lokomotiv coach Yuri Semin shared …

Ex-coach of “Zenith” assessed the prospects of coach “Spartak” Abascal in Europe Former head coach of St. Petersburg “Zenith” Vlastimil Petrzhela believes that the coach of Moscow “Spartak” Guillermo Abascal could lead the ho …

Alexei Rakhmanov assessed the prospects development of carriers of unmanned aerial systems The design bureaus of the United Shipbuilding Corporation (USC) are able to develop designs for ships – carriers of unmanned aerial …

Shchitov assessed Salavat Yulaev’s squad and the team’s prospects for the next season Nikita Shchitov, a well-known defender in the past, assessed Salavat Yulaev’s squad and the prospects of the Ufa team for the next season. …

Stoltenberg assessed the prospects for Ukraine’s membership in NATO after the summit of the alliance Discussions of Ukraine’s membership in NATO are meaningless now, since Kyiv’s victory in the conflict is necessary for this. This statement was made by Ge …

Putin assessed the prospects of the grain deal with the words “enough, in the end” The President admitted that Russia could suspend participation in the grain deal until the promises given to it under the agreement were fulfilled . ..

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Flies are more valuable: the head of British intelligence assessed the prospects of AI in covert operations The chief British intelligence officer said last Wednesday that His Majesty’s spies will play an “increasing role in the era of artificial intelligence … former head coach of “Rostov” Sergei Balakhnin in an interview with “Gazeta.Ru” said that the young pupils of St. Petersburg “Zenith” have a chance to play …

Hockey agent Dementyev assessed the prospects of Bout and Simashev in the 2023 NHL draft Hockey expert and agent Alexei Dementyev believes that forward Daniil But and defender Dmitry Simashev can be selected in the first rounds of the draft …

Chelsea’s new head coach Po chettino appreciated the prospects of Mikhail Mudrik in the team Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino expressed his opinion about the Ukrainian winger of the team Mikhail Mudrik. …

Former player of the RPL clubs Dyakov assessed the prospects for the wholesale departure of legionnaires from Russia Former defender of “Rostov”, Moscow “Spartak” and other clubs of the Russian Premier League (RPL) Vitaly Dyakov said that he did not believe in a general departure …

Selivanenko praised Kasatkina’s prospects at Wimbledon after her defeat in the final of the tournament in Eastbourne Vice-President of the Russian Tennis Federation (RTF) Alexei Selivanenko spoke about the defeat of the Russian tennis player Daria Kasatkina in the final of the WTA tournament0004 Former Rostov head coach Sergei Balakhnin is sure that the young pupils of Zenit have a chance to play in the first team. …

Connor Hellibuck: Vezina is not on my to-do list – I already have the prize. My main goal is the Stanley Cup It is known that the goalkeeper wants to move from Winnipeg to another club that claims the Stanley Cup. “I want to be honest. I really meanwhile …

Jump and jump: Kaspersky estimated the prospects of artificial intelligence True cyberintelligence will not appear soon, businessman Evgeny Kaspersky is sure. Genuine artificial intelligence will not emerge in the 21st century…

Dementyev: “The best goalkeeper in the NHL is Shesterkin. No one stands next to him. …

Shesterkin explained why Sorokin lost to Ullmark in voting for the best goaltender in the NHL In another nomination, the Russian goaltender was higher.0005

Nutritionist Sorokina warned about foods that suck health pxhere.com There are certain foods that do not benefit the body, but only suck health and vitality out of it.

The New York Islanders said they were pleased with Sorokin’s contract extension New York Islanders general manager Lou Lamorello commented on the signing of a new contract with Russian goaltender Ilya Sorokin. …

Sorokin’s agent: the Islanders only talked about an eight-year contract Hockey agent Dan Milshtein, representing the interests of the New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin, spoke about negotiations with the team about new …

Yakupov made up a symbolic team of his partners. Datsyuk, Shesterkin, Gusev, Gavrikov, Sharipzyanov entered it – Let’s make up the symbolic team of Nail Yakupov, with whom you played together on the ice. So, you are on the flank. Who else? – I’ll say right away that the coach will …

Shesterkin about Sorokin: “He would have received Vezina long ago if I had made up my mind. He’ll come back even stronger next season and win.” The Rangers goaltender won the NHL Goaltender of the Year Award last year. – Ilya Sorokin overtook Linus Ullmark in the Hart voting…

Ullmark: “Sorokin and Hellebike also had an amazing season. I was very lucky.” Boston goaltender Linus Ullmark shared his impressions of being recognized as the best goaltender of the NHL regular season. …

Daily Faceoff: Sorokin’s contract will one day go from being the best goaltender to the worst Daily Faceoff journalist Scott Maxwell shared his concerns about the contract of Russian New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin. …

Shesterkin about Fox: “Many do not notice, but Adam is a very smart defender. He sees every play several moves ahead.” – Rangers defenseman Adam Fox made All-Star Team and previously won the Norris Trophy as the NHL’s top defensive player. Why is he cool? – M…

Shesterkin on the Champions League final: “Ederson played a masterpiece, but I liked Lukaku more. He also showed himself in a certain role! Manchester City won the trophy by beating Inter in the decisive match (1:0). – Do you support Spartak Moscow in football? – I don’t have much…

Agent of Russian New York Islanders goaltender Sorokin spoke about the new contract of player Dan Milstein, agent of Russian goaltender of the National Hockey League (NHL) club New York Islanders Ilya Sorokin, said that it is too early to talk about . ..

CSKA goalkeeping coach Naumov moves to the Islanders. This is Sorokin’s condition before the extension of the contract (“SE”) The signing of Naumov was one of the conditions of the Islanders goalkeeper Ilya Sorokin before the extension of the contract, Sport-Express reports. Sorokin signed …

CSKA goalkeeping coach Naumov is moving to the Islanders. This is Sorokin’s condition before contract renewal. Sorokin signed …

Shesterkin about his desire to get to the 2026 Olympics: “There is such a dream. I went to Korea in 2018 as a passenger. My goal is to be the main goalkeeper.” – Do you have a dream to get to the Olympics in Milan in 2026? Yes, there is such a dream. I think every hockey player dreams of playing at the Olympics since childhood. …

Shesterkin that Panarin shaved his head: “It looks brutal. It will be necessary to give him a suede cloth to wipe his bald head before putting on a helmet.