NEW YORK

George Daniel announced Tuesday he is stepping down as commissioner of the National Lacrosse League.

Daniel has held the position since January 2009. During his tenure, Daniel helped form a seven-year collective bargaining agreement with players, negotiated broadcast agreements with TSN, ESPN and other networks, and added corporate partnerships including New Era and Under Armour.

“It has been a honour and pleasure serving as NLL commissioner. I feel that this is the right time for a change for me personally and professionally to explore other opportunities,” Daniel said in a statement. “The NLL is now in a great place and positioned for tremendous growth in the near future.”

Daniel said he will continue as commissioner until a successor is announced, after which he will serve the NLL as counsel to the league. Daniel will from a new law firm with sports lawyers Bob Lanza and Tom Reich.

“I am looking forward to maintaining my relationship with the NLL in the capacity as counsel for the foreseeable future,” Daniel said.

No timetable has been announced for the appointment of a new commissioner.

The 2016 NLL season begins Jan. 1.