Live Events and Sports Media Company in Uniondale, NY
A somewhat new and upcoming team, The New York Riptide began its first season ever in 2019. The New York Riptide is an indoor lacrosse team apart of the National Lacrosse League, better known as the NLL. Playing in the Nassau Coliseum in Nassau County, NY, fans, and spectators from Uniondale, NY are always present at these exciting sporting events.
Box lacrosse, also known as indoor lacrosse, is different from regular field lacrosse in many ways, with the biggest difference being in the physical contact of each sport. Box lacrosse players are more physical, with a higher level of contact allowed during games. 18 players total suit up, with five players and one goaltender always on the field. Rotations are made often, as each player gets a chance to play in this fast-paced sporting environment. The game is remarkably similar to ice hockey and basketball, and fans from Uniondale, NY find it an exhilarating sport to be a part of.
When it’s game time at the Nassau Coliseum, family, friends, and supporters gather to watch as two teams go head to head in an exciting match off. Each game consists of four quarters, each lasting 15 minutes. If you’re looking to sit in on the action, check out the schedule and grab a ticket today!
Interested in learning more about GF Sports?
Based in Nassau County, NY, GF Sports owns the New York Riptide National Lacrosse team. A private equity firm based in New York, GF Capital Management & Advisors, LLC first started in 2015. GF Sports is always on the cutting edge of emerging sports concepts, utilizing their extensive global expertise and network to help further develop these special niche sports. GF Capital makes control-oriented, growth capital investments in branded consumer products and media companies, and its investments have included several sports and live entertainment companies. For more information, check out our website or contact us today.