Position: Season-Long Traveling Spirit Squad Member
Position Location: Remote- new event city each weekend (*must live near a major airport)
Start Date: May 1, 2026
End Date: September 21, 2026
About: The Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and the Women’s Lacrosse League (WLL) are men’s and women’s professional lacrosse leagues in North America, composed of 12 teams rostered by the best players in the world. Co-founded by lacrosse superstar Paul Rabil and his brother, serial entrepreneur and investor, Mike Rabil, the Premier Lacrosse League is backed by an investment group composed of Joe Tsai Sports, The Raine Group, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), and other top investors in sports and media. The PLL is distributed through an exclusive media rights agreement with ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. For more information, visit www.premierlacrosseleague.com and follow on social media: Instagram (@PLL), Twitter (@PremierLacrosse), Facebook (@PremierLacrosseLeague) and YouTube (
YouTube.com/PLL).
Company Values:
- Stay Grounded
- Think Critically
- Be Helpful
- Encourage Creativity
- Persevere Through the Noise
- Operate Like an Owner
Position Overview:
The Fan Experience team is seeking two season-long Spirit Squad members to support the on-site Fan Experience game production and event operations at all (16) event weekends during the season.
These Spirit Squad members will work directly with the Fan Experience Game Presentation team and our third-party production agency to ensure a smooth gameday execution. The Spirit Squad will engage fans across multiple touchpoints to create an electric atmosphere, drive fan participation, and elevate the event’s energy both inside and outside the stadium. Their focus will be on converting casual attendees into passionate PLL fans by fostering a sense of belonging and community through personal interactions and immersive experiences. The Spirit Squad will represent the league with energy and enthusiasm in new and unique ways.
This is an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive in fast-paced event environments, love to travel, and are passionate about creating unforgettable fan experiences.
Qualifications:
Pre-Season & Planning
- Attend:
- (1, 1-hour) virtual pre-season training/education session
- (Weekly, 30-minutes) pre-event check-in & staffing planning session with the Fan Experience team.
On-Site Event Responsibilities
- Assist with full load-in, set-up, breakdown, and load-out of the concourse area and Game Presentation Activations.
- Energize the Premier Zone pregame, encouraging fans to interact with partner activations and engage with games, contests, giveaways, and the localization elements in each unique market.
- Lead fan mobilization efforts from the Premier Zone into the stadium prior to opening faceoff of each gameday.
- Integrate in all Fan Experience in-game run of show elements (including, but not limited to):
- Running spirit flags during runouts and team hype moments
- Distributing gate giveaways and t-shirt tosses
- Sourcing contestants and executing on field activations
- Inspire and lead fan chants and Supporter Group hype moments with the integration of flags, signs, and unique props.
- Serve as a “surprise and delight” team, meeting fans of all ages and finding opportunities to level up their gameday in a personalized way. These experiences may include; pulling young kids for an on field game, selecting kids to join the group on the field to participate in t-shirt tosses, etc.
- Focus on deepening fandom and encouraging fans to take the next step on-site, driving merchandise sales, downloading the PLL App and becoming a PLL Nation member, and promoting return ticket sales.
- Answering fan questions and/or directing them as needed *PLL to provide key information to speak to
- Have a passion for lacrosse and the PLL/WLL, a constant positive attitude, and willing to grind
Requirements:
- Passion for lacrosse and the PLL (Premier Lacrosse League) + the WLL (Women’s Lacrosse League).
- Willing and able to travel to all 16 events and work weekends (May 8th - September 20th).
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Maintain a constant positive attitude and great spirit throughout long event days.
- Must be able to perform the essential functions of the role, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:
- Lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Being on your feet for 8-10 hours per day.
- Working long event days in varied weather conditions.
Compensation:
- $16.00 - $18.00 per hour (depending on location and experience)
- All travel expenses including: travel (flights, trains, and/or ground transportation), hotels, meals, + other miscellaneous costs (ie. checked luggage) are covered by the PLL.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, gender identity, marital or veteran status, or any other protected class.
