WNBA rookie Angel Reese makes waves with investment in US-based women’s soccer team DC Power

Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese has been making waves both on and off the court recently. Apart from to the start of the regular season, which has seen Reese help fuel a 1-1 start, the LSU alum has made a serious investment in an up-and-coming football club. According to widespread reports, Reese is now an investor in DC Power.

The club will play in the USL Super League, which is a professional US-based league that’s separate from the National Women’s Soccer League. The team is preparing to make their debut in August after being founded in May 2023.

The team is under the ownership of several individuals that also holds several other ownership positions in other clubs like Loudoun United FC and MLS team, DC United.

Reese, who is from Maryland, now joins the ownership group, but despite widespread reports from outlets like The Athletic, no news has been shared regarding how much of the team she owns.

In a statement relayed to The Athletic, Angel Reese shed light on her decision to dive into ownership, explaining that her ties to the area help fueled her decision:

“I want to help grow women’s sports and elevate female athletes across the board,” Reese said in a statement. “We’re taking over, and I’m honored to be able to support Power FC and invest in women’s soccer in the DMV community.”

Immediately, fans were quick to react to the situation, sharing their thoughts on Reese’s ownership in the team.

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“Wow. Angel Reese making money moves” – @Latesia27 (Twitter/X)

“Woww an owner of a club of the biggest sport in the world at just 22!! What an icon” – @Lilly_Lover (Twitter/X)

“Really making moves “ – @EricBanks012 (Twitter/X)

Others pointed out that the Washington Mystics should have drafted Reese given her status as a hometown star given that the Mystics had the sixth pick of the draft.

“Shouldve drafted her in DC!!” – @NoBrakesNu (Twitter/X)

“Hometown team. Very cool” – @RPotkey (Twitter/X)

Others praised Reese for jumping into ownership as a rookie:

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“Building equity and investment….as a rookie….She’s taking it to new levels I fear” – @MyLife365_ (Twitter/X)

“Team owner as a rookie is so crazy” – @DariThePrince (Twitter/X)

“As a rookie!! Woah” – @StellaTellHa (Twitter/X)

“Angel is so passionate about being a catalyst for positive change in women’s sports” – Co-Chairman of DC Power praises Angel Reese for involvement

Just like many fans were quick to praise Angel Reese for her involvement in women’s sports as an owner, and not just a player, the co-chairman of DC Power sang her praises. In the previously referenced press release from The Athletic, Jason Levien opened up on Angel Reese’s involvement.

Although he didn’t share any details about Reese’s ownership stake, he praised Reese for using her reach to inspire other athletes beyond the confines of the basketball court.

While she has continued to inspire with her play, Angel Reese’s latest investment is sure to help get the USL Super League off the ground ahead of their first season.

“Angel’s decision to be a founding investor alongside us in Power FC is groundbreaking.

“As a Maryland native, Angel is so passionate about being a catalyst for positive change in women’s sports in the DMV as well as globally, while inspiring the next generation of female athletes. We’re looking forward to her partnership in the boardroom as an equity partner.”

The league will begin their season in August with eight teams after attempting to launch in August 2023. Following the delay, which was partly fueled by conflicts with other international women’s football leagues, the league will not begin their season this summer.

The season will, of course, also notably coincide with the Chicago Sky’s 2024 WNBA season, with WNBA playoffs scheduled to start at the end of September.