Lindsey Vonn, the celebrated three-time Olympic medalist and iconic figure in skiing, made headlines on February 29 with her latest venture. She proudly announced her partnership with the consortium spearheaded by David Blitzer, who is associated with the Philadelphia 76ers, an NBA basketball team; and Ryan Smith, owner of the Utah Jazz, another NBA basketball team, marking her involvement in Utah’s NWSL franchise. With palpable enthusiasm, Vonn declared, “I am not just a Utah Royals fan; I am also a part owner,” signifying her deep commitment to the team and its future.

Lindsey Vonn’s decision to invest in the team underscores her dedication to empowering women in sports, particularly within the vibrant community of Utah. As anticipation builds for the NWSL season, Vonn’s infectious excitement adds to the fervour surrounding the Utah Royals’ comeback.

Lindsey Vonn’s exciting ownership journey unveiled

In a recent Instagram update, Lindsey Vonn couldn’t contain her excitement as she shared glimpses of her latest endeavour. With a beaming smile, she unveiled a captivating snapshot featuring a card adorned with the inscription “2024 Season -Lindsey Vonn Ownership Administration,” clearly showing Vonn’s readiness for the upcoming game. However, the caption reading “It’s happening…” shimmered, stealing the spotlight and signalling the unfolding of this season.

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In a subsequent story, Vonn’s infectious enthusiasm continued to radiate as she stood amidst the playful backdrop of a playground since it’s day 2 of the match. Adorned in a sleek black sweater emblazoned with the emblematic insignia of the Utah Royals. This unexpected twist revealed Vonn’s profound connection to the team, further solidifying her dedication to her newly acquired ownership role which was announced initially in 2023.

The evolution of the Utah Royals

In 2018, a NWSL team emerged in Utah. Over the next two years, the team flourished under various ownerships until it was acquired by a dynamic trio: investment bankers Chris and Angie Long and Brittany Mahomes, spouse of NFL star Patrick Mahomes. With a strategic vision, they relocated the team to Kansas City, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the franchise’s history.

However, in 2023, winds of change swept through the league as the NWSL announced the return of the Royals to their Utah roots for the 2024 season. This time, under the stewardship of David Blitzer and Ryan Smith, augmented by the addition of Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn to the ownership group. Vonn’s passion for empowering women was palpable as she declared the Royals’ investment as her primary avenue to support local female athletes.

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As she said in February of this year, “I’m so excited to be supporting women, especially women in the Utah community. As someone who has been a member of the Utah community for a long time and also helped with the Olympic bid for 2034, I’m thrilled to have the Utah Royals back in the NWSL.” Not stopping there, through her Lindsey Vonn Foundation, she pledged to provide an unforgettable experience for 25 underserved girls at every Royals home match.

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