Seneca Nation Acquires Rochester Knighthawks
August 5, 2025
The Seneca Nation, through its business arm Seneca Holdings, LLC, has purchased the Rochester Knighthawks of the National Lacrosse League; terms were not disclosed. The acquisition preserves the franchise in Rochester after the Pegula family chose to sell and aligns the team with the Seneca Nation’s cultural and community-focused objectives.
- Buyers
- Seneca Nation, Seneca Holdings, LLC
- Targets
- Rochester Knighthawks
- Sellers
- Pegula family
- Industry
- Media & Entertainment
- Location
- New York, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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