(Rochester, NY)… Rochester Knighthawks President and General Manager Dan Carey announced today that the organization has launched a comprehensive head coaching search.
“Naming a head coach is an important step toward our goal of competing for an NLL championship,” said Carey. “We have a lot of pieces in place on and off the floor to achieve success, and we’re backed by tremendous ownership in the Seneca Nation. Their support and commitment give us every opportunity to bring championships back to the city of Rochester. Our current coaches are aware of the process and understand the importance of exploring all potential candidates.”
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their information and credentials for consideration. All inquiries should be directed to info@knighthawks.com. Further updates will be provided as the search progresses.
Despite going 6-12 this season, Rochester enters the 2026-27 campaign with a roster loaded with talent, with returning stars Connor Fields, Ryan Smith, Ryan Lanchbury, Taylor Jensen, Thomas McConvey, and Zed Williams.
In 2025-26, the Knighthawks completed their first season under the ownership of the Seneca Nation. The franchise saw increases in ticket, suite, and sponsorship sales. On April 19, Rochester ended the season with a franchise-record crowd of 9,024 fans.
About Rochester Knighthawks
On Aug. 5, 2025, the Seneca Nation, through its wholly owned business subsidiary Seneca Holdings, LLC, officially purchased the Rochester Knighthawks, ensuring the franchise’s future in a city where the roots of lacrosse run deep. The Seneca Nation is a sovereign Native Nation and the largest nation of the Haudenosaunee. The Seneca people have lived on the lands that comprise what is today the western part of New York State for time immemorial and have made countless contributions to the region’s history, culture, and economy. Rochester is the second-longest continuously operating team in the National Lacrosse League. The Knighthawks opened their sixth season in 2025-26 under new leadership and vision.

