Kansas City’s Push for a WNBA Team Gains Momentum as Patrick Mahomes Leads the Charge
The idea of bringing a WNBA team to Kansas City is gaining significant traction, with momentum building rapidly in recent months.
The movement was sparked back in October when Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes expressed his strong desire for a WNBA presence in his hometown. Now, as Super Bowl week wraps up, Mahomes is doubling down on his stance, reaffirming his commitment to pushing for the team.
Speaking at the Chiefs’ final press conference ahead of the Super Bowl, Mahomes expressed his belief that Kansas City could become a major hub for women’s sports, especially with the backing of the city’s passionate fanbase.
“I think it would be amazing, you see how Kansas City has embraced all sports that have been in the city, especially women’s sports. I’ve seen it firsthand with the Kansas City Current,” Mahomes said. “I know if we were able to get a WNBA team to Kansas City, it would be packed every single night. That’s just the type of atmosphere that we have. I’m hoping we can get that done and we can continue to push women’s sports forward.”
Mahomes, a two-time NFL MVP, has already invested heavily in Kansas City sports, owning stakes in multiple local teams, including the Royals, Sporting KC, and Kansas City Current. He also expressed interest in owning both an NBA and WNBA team in the future, saying, “I would love to own an NBA and WNBA team.
I mean, that’s the goal. I want to try to do whatever I can to bring it to Kansas City. I think we have the infrastructure, we have the fanbase. People will come out and support it but I know there are a lot of steps.”
Mahomes isn’t the only prominent figure advocating for a WNBA team in the area. WNBA superstar Caitlin Clark, who has become a fan favorite in Kansas City, has also voiced her support for the idea and even entertained the notion of playing for a potential team in the area.
As an avid Chiefs fan, Clark has made several appearances at Chiefs games, further solidifying her connection with the Kansas City sports community.
Kansas City’s passion for basketball is undeniable, as evidenced by the overwhelming support for Kansas basketball and the men’s and women’s Big 12 Tournament, which has been hosted at the T-Mobile Center. This level of enthusiasm further strengthens the case for the city’s ability to support a WNBA team.
With the WNBA rapidly growing in popularity and expanding its reach, the league is already set to add three new teams in Portland, Toronto, and the Bay Area over the next year. Could Kansas City be the next location on the list for expansion? Only time will tell, but with Mahomes at the helm of the movement, the city’s push for a WNBA team is undoubtedly gaining the attention it deserves.
