BUFFALO, N.Y. — Another banner hangs from the rafters of KeyBank Center after the Buffalo Bandits' home opener proved to be an extra special night for fans and the team.

The Bandits raised their third straight championship banner, this time for the 2024-25 season, into the rafters of the arena. Buffalo holds a league-best seven titles.

The players stood arm and arm through the celebration, as the lights shone above the box, but then shifted to them during the game.

RELATED: Bandits announce theme nights for upcoming season

The Bandits started their third straight season of title defense with a statement win against the Georgia Swarm. The final score was 15-11.

After a quick goal by Georgia's Shayne Jackson put the Swarm up 1-0, Dhane Smith answered back with his first of the seaso

See Full Page