The Toronto Rock captured the National Lacrosse League (NLL) Cup on Sunday, May 17, 2026, after a decisive 12-7 victory over the Halifax Thunderbirds at the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax. The win secured the series for the Rock, marking their first championship since 2011.
Game Highlights
The Rock dominated from the opening faceoff, building an early lead that they never relinquished. Key contributions came from forward Tom Schreiber, who scored three goals and added two assists, and goaltender Nick Rose, who made 42 saves to thwart the Thunderbirds' offense. Halifax fought back in the second quarter, narrowing the gap to 6-4, but Toronto responded with three unanswered goals in the third period to regain control.
Series Recap
The Rock entered the game with a 2-1 series lead after a thrilling double-overtime win in Game 3. In Game 4, they sealed the championship with a balanced attack and stout defense. The Thunderbirds, led by captain Cody Jamieson's two goals, could not overcome Toronto's relentless pressure.
This victory caps a remarkable season for the Rock, who finished with the best record in the NLL. Head coach Matt Sawyer praised his team's resilience: "This group has worked tirelessly all year. They believed in each other, and tonight they proved why they are champions."
The NLL Cup win is the seventh in franchise history for the Rock, tying them with the Philadelphia Wings for the most in league history. Fans celebrated across Toronto, with a victory parade scheduled for later this week.
