C.J. Kirst leads Philadelphia Waterdogs into PLL final at home
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Last updated Sep 18, 2026
C.J. Kirst and the Philadelphia Waterdogs will face Denver in the Premier Lacrosse League final on September 20 at Sports Illustrated Stadium in New Jersey. This matchup marks a homecoming for Kirst, who has not played in front of a local crowd since his high school days. He and his four brothers, all involved in lacrosse, are expected to attend, making the event a significant family gathering. The Waterdogs last won the PLL title in 2022, and Kirst recently set a league record with 34 goals in a season.
- •C.J. Kirst makes his homecoming debut in New Jersey.
- •The Waterdogs eliminated the Boston Cannons to reach the final.
- •All five Kirst brothers, including pros, plan to attend the game.
- •C.J. Kirst celebrates his 24th birthday on game day.
- •The Waterdogs strive for their first title since 2022.
- 9:46 AMYahoo Sports — C.J. Kirst hoping to earn Premier Lacrosse title at home in New Jersey
"Philadelphia Waterdogs attackman C.J. Kirst of Bernardsville hopes to win the PLL title with his brothers cheering him on.
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