Tiger Sisters

The Secret Power of Siblings ft. Mike & Paul Rabil, Founders of the Premier Lacrosse League

Nov 17, 2025
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Mike Rabil
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Paul Rabil
Join Paul Rabil, a two-time MVP and face of modern lacrosse, and his brother Mike Rabil, former Dartmouth football player and PLL CEO, as they share insights on building a sports empire. They discuss how sports uniquely unite people and remain safe from AI disruption. The brothers unveil their 'strength, speed, endurance' framework for long-term success and discuss the explosive growth potential of women's lacrosse. Hear how sibling dynamics can fuel or challenge their partnership as they navigate the pressures of family in business.
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ANECDOTE

Childhood Rule: Always On The Same Team

  • Paul and Mike always played on the same team as kids to avoid fights when competing against each other.
  • That early rule enforced alliance over rivalry and shaped their working relationship.
ADVICE

Scale With Centralization, Then Localize

  • Build a scalable, centrally owned product to capture media and sponsorship deals quickly.
  • Then add local team owners to provide community roots and 365-day engagement.
INSIGHT

Duration Beats Early Escape Velocity

  • Duration matters more than early escape velocity when building a sports league.
  • Consistent growth and time create the chance for superstars and sudden mainstream breakthrough.
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