Las Vegas Desert Dogs Revamp Roster and Venue for NLL Playoff Push
After spending two years at Michelob Ultra Arena at Mandalay Bay, the Desert Dogs are moving to Lee’s Family Forum in Henderson. In their third National Lacrosse League season, the Desert Dogs are aiming for the playoffs. Since the team’s debut in 2022, gig names back the team – sports legends Wayne Gretzky, Steve Nash, and Dustin Johnson are all part-owners.
New talent dominates the roster this year. Goal-scorers Dylan Kinnear and Kyle Killen boost the offense, while Shane Simpson and Jonathan Donville strengthen both offense and defense. Casey Jackson completes the roster.
In goal, Landon Kells was solid last season in crucial moments. Now, Kells shares time with Justin Geddie, creating headaches for opposing teams trying to score.
Sitting at 2-5 halfway through the season, they’re aiming for a playoff spot. Rising star Jack Hannah leads the team with 17 goals, putting up 35 points in his standout season. He told The Las Vegas Sun, “We feel like we’re really on the cusp of being a really good team.”
Save the date for these upcoming home games:
- Georgia Swarm comes to town February 1
- Vancouver Warriors visit February 14
- Halifax Thunderbirds come March 1
- Rochester Knighthawks battle March 7
- Toronto Rock on April 6
- Calgary Roughnecks visit on April 18
The regular season wraps up mid-April 2025. Eight teams advance to playoffs, where a tough defense will help determine who wins it all.
The move from Mandalay Bay’s Michelob Ultra Arena starts a new era. Loyal fans followed the team, showing lacrosse’s growing appeal among local sports fans. Looking to watch a game? Tickets cost $29 to $169.
