Paul Rabil

High school (ages 12+)
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1. When was Paul Rabil born?December 14, 1985
2. Where was Paul Rabil born?Greenlawn, New York
3. What is the founding role?Co-founder and President of the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL)
4. What sport does Paul Rabil play?Paul Rabil plays lacrosse, a fast‑moving game where players use sticks to score goals.
5. How many times was Paul Rabil named an All‑American in college?He was named an All‑American every season during his four years at Johns Hopkins University.

All-American: An honor bestowed upon the top collegiate athletes in the United States for their outstanding performance in a sport.
McLaughlin Award: An annual award presented to the best collegiate men's lacrosse midfielder in NCAA Division I.
Major League Lacrosse (MLL): A professional men's outdoor lacrosse league that operated from 2001 to 2022, known for its franchise-based model.
Premier Lacrosse League (PLL): A professional men's field lacrosse league established in 2018, characterized by its touring model and direct-to-consumer approach.