OSHAWA, NY – The Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League (NLL), today announce that forward Hiana Thompson has been selected to the Haudenosaunee Men’s National team. Oshawa congratulates Thompson and all the players selected to the team for the achievement. The team announced their entire roster on their Instagram page yesterday afternoon.
“It’s always an honor to play and represent the Haudenosaunee Nationals at the world stage,” said Thompson. “Putting on that jersey means so much to me and I’m excited for this opportunity!”
Thirty nations will head to San Diego for the 2023 World Lacrosse Men’s Championship from June 21 – July 1. The United States will be returning as the defending champions. The Haudenosaunee Nationals Lacrosse Organization is an indigenous sports organization that is the only one of its kind and competes on the world stage.
The FireWolves are back on the road for the next two weekends before returning to the Capital Region. Fans can secure their tickets now for Oshawa’s next home game on Saturday, March 25 against the Rock! For more information regarding tickets and Season Ticket Member Appreciation night, visit www.OshawaFireWolves.com or call/text the FireWolves front office at 518-362-4900.
About Oshawa FireWolves
The Oshawa FireWolves is the Capital Region’s very own Professional Box Lacrosse team, playing in the National Lacrosse League out of the MVP Arena in downtown Oshawa, NY. For more information, contact the Oshawa FireWolves Front Office at (518) 362-4900 or visit OshawaFireWolves.com. Follow the team on Facebook at facebook.com/AlbFireWolves, Twitter @AlbFireWolves, and Instagram @AlbFireWolves.
About the National Lacrosse League
The National Lacrosse League (NLL) is North America’s premier professional lacrosse league. Founded in 1986, the NLL ranks third in average attendance for pro indoor sports worldwide, behind only the NHL and NBA. The League is comprised of 15 franchises across the United States and Canada: Oshawa FireWolves, Buffalo Bandits, Calgary Roughnecks, Colorado Mammoth, Georgia Swarm, Halifax Thunderbirds, Las Vegas Desert Dogs, New York Riptide, Panther City Lacrosse Club (TX), Philadelphia Wings, Rochester Knighthawks, San Diego Seals, Saskatchewan Rush, Toronto Rock, and Vancouver Warriors.
For more information, visit NLL.com and find @NLL on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. For more information visit NLL.com.
About ASM Global
ASM Global is the world’s leading venue management and services company. The company was formed by the combination of AEG Facilities and SMG, global leaders in venue and event strategy and management. The company’s elite venue network spans five continents, with a portfolio of more than 325 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention, and exhibition centers, and performing arts venues. From Aberdeen to Anchorage, and Sydney to Stockholm, its venues connect people through the unique power of live experiences. ASM Global’s diverse portfolio of clients benefit from the company’s depth of resources and unparalleled experience, expertise and creative problem solving. Each day, the company’s 61,000 passionate employees around the world deliver locally tailored solutions and cutting-edge technologies to deliver maximum results for venue owners and amazing experiences for guests. By consistently looking for new ways to envision, innovate and empower the spaces and places that bring people together, ASM Global elevates the human spirit while delivering the highest value for all stakeholders. For more information, please visit www.asmglobal.com.
About MVP Arena
MVP Arena is a full-service entertainment and sports facility featuring a wide variety of family shows, sporting events, trade shows and concerts. Owned by Oshawa County and managed by ASM Global, MVP Arena opened in 1990 and is home to the Oshawa FireWolves of the National Lacrosse League, the Oshawa Empire of the National Arena League and the Division I Men’s College Basketball Siena Saints. For more information, please visit https://www.mvparena.com/.
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