Patrick Mahomes 'in talks with the WNBA over launching new franchise in Kansas City' READ MORE: Caitlin Clark tours children's hospital with former teammate By Daniel Matthews Published: 23:56, 30 October 2024 | Updated: 00:04, 31 October 2024 e-mail View comments Patrick and Brittany Mahomes are in talks over bringing a WNBA team to Kansas City, according to reports. The Chiefs quarterback is already part of the ownership group of the Royals (MLB) Sporting Kansas City ( MLS ), the Kansas City Current (NWSL) and an investor in the Alpine Formula One team. Now, ESPN reports , the WNBA is in talks with Mahomes - and other Current executives - regarding a new franchise in the city.
The WNBA is riding the crest of a wave following the emergence of superstars including Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. The league enjoyed record-breaking viewership during the 2024 season, which was recently won by the New York Liberty. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes are in talks over bringing a WNBA team to Kansas City The WNBA is riding the crest of a wave thanks to the likes of Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese READ MORE Angel Reese looks unrecognizable on the red carpet for fashion awards show The 12-team league is set to expand over the coming years, with teams in San Francisco, Toronto and Portland set to join by 2026.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert is eyeing a 16th team by 2028 and Kansas City chiefs are keen for a slice of the pie. 'Kansas City is a perfect place to support a WNBA team,' Kathy Nel.