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Sowers and Adler unite to lead Waterdogs in historic season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 4:02 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Sowers and Adler unite to lead Waterdogs in historic season
Summary

Michael Sowers and Gavin Adler, once rivals in the Premier Lacrosse League, now team up for the Philadelphia Waterdogs in the 2026 season. Sowers, an offensive leader for the Waterdogs, finished last season as the league's top scorer with 51 points. Adler, a standout defender, joined the Waterdogs from the New York Atlas, where he earned accolades including the Dave Pietramala Defensive Player of the Year. Their collaboration marks a significant shift from competition to cooperation, enhancing the team's overall strength. Adler reflects on the bond formed through years of rivalry and their mutual aspirations for success.

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  • •Sowers leads the league in points with 51 and assists with 22.
  • •Adler joined the Waterdogs after winning the championship with the Atlas.
  • •Sowers scored a career-high 29 goals last season.
  • •The duo aims to improve team dynamics through their complementary skills.
  • •Adler acknowledges the value of practicing alongside Sowers.
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  • 4:02 PMYahoo Sports — From rivals to teammates: Sowers, Adler leading Waterdogs in historic season
What they're saying
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For years, Michael Sowers and Gavin Adler were among the Premier Lacrosse League’s most entertaining individual matchups. Sowers, the Philadelphia Waterdogs’ dynamic offensive leader, made a living creating problems...

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