Mahomes and his family have become cornerstone figures in the Kansas community

Patrick and Brittany Mahomes

Patrick Mahomes is stepping into the fiercely competitive world of sports ownership, with his eyes set on the WNBA.

Alongside his wife, Brittany Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs quarterback has made it clear that he wants to bring a WNBA franchise to Kansas City.

Already partial owners of the Kansas City Current in the NWSL, the couple envisions a future where their children are raised in a community that supports a diverse range of sports. However, their dream of owning a WNBA team is facing an unexpected hurdle: skyrocketing demand for franchises.

The exploding demand for WNBA franchises

The WNBA’s market is surging, and the competition for owning a franchise has never been fiercer.

At the MIT Sloan Sports Conference, Mark Shapiro, President and COO of Endeavor, revealed that WNBA teams have become some of the most sought-after investments in American sports.

Shapiro emphasized that the skepticism around women’s sports is a thing of the past, with a massive increase in the financial and commercial potential of the WNBA.

“There are a lot of millionaires looking to invest in WNBA franchises. And a lot here means A LOT,” Shapiro stated, indicating that owning a team is now seen as a prime investment opportunity rather than a passion project.

This influx of interest has made the pursuit of WNBA ownership a much more competitive and expensive endeavor.

The rising demand for WNBA franchises can be attributed to the overall boom in women’s sports.

With the league gaining visibility, a growing fanbase, and increasing media attention, it has transitioned from a niche market to a mainstream powerhouse.

The success of athletes, teams, and leagues in women’s sports has caught the eye of investors who now see the WNBA as a promising financial opportunity.

While Patrick Mahomes is well-established as a sports investor and has the resources, name recognition, and drive to compete for a WNBA franchise, the increasing number of high-profile investors entering the race complicates the process.

The demand for WNBA teams has made ownership much more difficult and costly than Mahomes likely anticipated.

Regardless of whether Mahomes secures a WNBA franchise, one thing is clear: the league is becoming a dominant force in the sports world.

The increasing financial and cultural power of the WNBA means that it’s no longer a matter of “if” the league will succeed-it’s now about how fast it will continue to grow.

The rush for ownership proves that the WNBA is not just having a moment; it is becoming a mainstay in the sports landscape