Kansas City, MO – Patrick Mahomes' portfolio continues to grow. Already a part-owner of the Kansas City Royals, Mahomes' added another KC team on Tuesday with the announcement that he had joined Sporting Kansas City's ownership group:
“I am grateful for the opportunity to join Sporting Kansas City’s ownership team and strengthen my connection to the fans and the city I love,” Mahomes said in a statement. “Sporting is a community-oriented club and I am excited to continue supporting the growth of soccer in Kansas City.”
Cliff Illig, the principal owner of Sporting KC, added a statement of his own, saying, “Patrick is a tremendous ambassador for Kansas City and we are delighted to welcome him to the Sporting Club ownership group. In addition to achieving excellence on the field, he is deeply committed to giving back to the community and elevating the sport of soccer. Patrick is also accustomed to cultivating a winning culture, and we look forward to contending for championships at Children’s Mercy Park well into the future.”