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Cleveland Sirens Named, $250 M Fee Secures 2028 Launch

8/5/2026

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The Cleveland Sirens announced their name at Rocket Arena on August 4, 2026.
Rock Entertainment Group paid a $250 million expansion fee, securing a franchise that will begin play in 2028.
Allison Howard said the Sirens name reflects a Lake Erie identity after 9,000 season-ticket deposits, a 10,000-fan survey, and endorsement from former Rockers players such as Janice Braxton.

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The Cleveland Sirens announced their name at Rocket Arena on August 4, 2026.
Rock Entertainment Group paid a $250 million expansion fee, securing a franchise that will begin play in 2028.
Allison Howard said the Sirens name reflects a Lake Erie identity after 9,000 season-ticket deposits, a 10,000-fan survey, and endorsement from former Rockers players such as Janice Braxton.