The WNBA’s influence in baseball continues to expand, exemplified by the participation of Chicago Sky newcomers Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso in the ceremonial first pitches at Wrigley Field during the Chicago Cubs’ match against the Atlanta Braves.
This appearance was part of the promotional tour for the two rookies following their selection in the 2024 WNBA Draft. Cardoso was chosen third overall, while Reese was drafted seventh.
View their ceremonial first pitches here:
Recently, WNBA athletes have been invited to throw ceremonial pitches for MLB teams. On Monday, LA Sparks’ first-round selections Cameron Brink and Rickea Jackson threw the inaugural pitch at Dodger Stadium for the Dodgers’ game against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Angel Reese and the Chicago Sky split their opening two games, both of which were away fixtures. Their first home game is scheduled for Saturday.
Reese, who has been a regular starter for the Sky, has been a consistent performer, averaging 11.5 points and 8.5 rebounds.
In the Sky’s comeback victory against the Dallas Wings, she contributed 12 points and played a pivotal role in the fourth-quarter rally that secured an 83-74 win.Cardoso has been sidelined at the start of the season due to a shoulder injury but is anticipated to make her return on June 1, according to Teresa Weatherspoon.
Angel Reese named co-owner of soccer team
Angel Reese has joined the ownership group of the DC Power Football Club, a team in the newly formed USL Super League. The Sky rookie expressed excitement about her new venture, highlighting that it would create opportunities for women athletes.
“I’ve always wanted to impact sports, not just women’s basketball,” Reese said (per CBS). “I’ve always said I wanted to have part ownership of something…I’m super excited for this partnership, and a lot of young Black women don’t have these opportunities.”
The USL Super League, set to launch in 2025, aims to be a top-tier professional women’s soccer league in the United States. The DC Power, one of the founding members, will play its home games at Audi Field in Washington, D.C.
Reese also mentioned her aspiration to own a WNBA team in the future.
“I know a lot more women are going to start owning more things,” Reese said. “Hopefully, one day I can own my own team. That’s what I’m looking forward to. I want to own a WNBA team as well.”
Angel Reese is one of the biggest stars in the WNBA’s 2024 rookie class, alongside Caitlin Clark and Cameron Brink.
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