New York Knights
2024 NSL Champions—the New York Knights! Co-owner Elisabeth Hill made bold moves in the Draft, and they paid off in spectacular fashion. From Power Play precision to relentless pressure, New York set the tone all season long. Rory Stewart and Matias Knudsen delivered in the clutch, but it was Sebastien “The Flash” Bonmalais who stole the spotlight—racking up highlight-reel performances and earning League MVP honors on the way to the title. Now, the Knights are reloading for 2025 with a stacked squad featuring French phenom Bonmalais, English shotmaker Simon Herbert, rising American stars Dillon Huang and Samuel Scherl, and the ever-reliable Rory Stewart. With the target now firmly on their backs, the question is simple: can the Knights go back-to-back?
Team Owners:
Elisabeth Hill
Lu Valdizan
Captain CaliDillon HuangSee Profile
Tartan TrailblazerRory StewartSee Profile
The Grand SlammerSamuel ScherlSee Profile
NSL is coming to the Big Apple! New York City has long been known as one of the hotbeds of squash on the East Coast. Not only does the city play host to the iconic Tournament of Champions held in Grand Central Station, but it is also renowned for its wide array of club programs and elite junior talent. The New York City Knights will be based out of Open Squash, an amazing new center located in the Financial District. Open Squash was founded with a simple mission: “bring squash to more people–at every level and from all walks of life.” This vision couldn’t be more aligned with the NSL, and we are thrilled to have one of the six founding cities call Open Squash their home. The Knights’ home match vs Newport on June 8th will decide the winner of the North Division; come loud, bring your friends, and expect it to be a belter!
