Introducing Paige Bueckers: The Game-Changing Star of Unrivaled Women’s Basketball League
When it comes to breaking barriers and making history, University of Connecticut star Paige Bueckers is a name that continues to shine bright. Recently, it was revealed that Bueckers will be signing a groundbreaking name, image, and likeness deal with the new women’s basketball league, Unrivaled. This partnership is not just your typical endorsement deal, as it is believed to make Bueckers the first NCAA athlete to receive an ownership stake in a professional sports league.
Unrivaled, founded by WNBA players Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, is set to kick off in January, ushering in a new era for women’s basketball. The league aims to provide a platform for WNBA players to compete in the U.S. during their offseason, eliminating the need to go overseas for additional income. What sets Unrivaled apart is its player-owned structure, offering equity stakes to all 30 players, ensuring that no one will make under six figures.
Paige Bueckers, a two-time NCAA All-American, will be at the forefront of promoting the league, leveraging her star power to attract fans and sponsors alike. While she won’t be hitting the court just yet, as she focuses on finishing her college career at UConn, her involvement in Unrivaled is a testament to her commitment to growing the women’s game.
Joining the ranks of Stewart, Collier, Chelsea Gray, Kelsey Plum, Arike Ogunbowale, and Angel Reese, Bueckers is in good company in the star-studded league. Notable investors in Unrivaled include UConn head coach Geno Auriemma, NBA legends Carmelo Anthony and Steve Nash, soccer stars Alex Morgan and Megan Rapinoe, media executives John Skipper and David Levy, and actor Ashton Kutcher.
As the excitement builds for the upcoming season, all eyes will be on Paige Bueckers and the impact she will make in elevating the profile of women’s basketball. Stay tuned for more updates and exclusive insights from Extreme Investor Network, your go-to source for all things sports business news.