ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Seneca Nation , through its business subsidiary Seneca Holdings, has officially purchased the Rochester Knighthawks.

The deal, announced Tuesday, will keep the team in Rochester, the second-longest continuous market in the National Lacrosse League. The history of professional box lacrosse in Rochester dates back to the 1930s with the founding of the Rochester Iroquois, a dominant team that played in the city for nearly 40 years and won multiple championships.

Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca says the purchase ensures the franchise’s future in a city with deep-rooted ties to lacrosse.

“This announcement is rooted in tradition and history and fueled by passion and excitement,” said Seneca Nation President J. Conrad Seneca. “Lacrosse is part of our culture a

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