FlyQuest acquired by owners of NHL’s Florida Panthers

North American esports organization FlyQuest has a new home. The Viola family — owners of Sunrise Sports and Entertainment (SSE), the parent company of the NHL’s Florida Panthers — has acquired FlyQuest and its League of Legends Championship Series (LCS) franchise slot. 

FlyQuest was founded in 2017 by Milwaukee Bucks co-owner Wesley Edens and Fortress Investment Group. The team started and built its reputation in League of Legends. In 2021, FlyQuest expanded into Super Smash Bros. Melee.