WNBA star Aliyah Boston joins investment group of NWSL's Boston Legacy FC
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Jennifer Epstein, controlling owner of Boston Legacy, lauded Boston's entry into the ownership group.
'Aliyah's investment in our club demonstrates the strength of women's sports as our two leagues - the WNBA and NWSL - continue to grow and expand,' said Epstein. 'She is a proven winner who understands what it takes to build a championship team, and her presence in our investor group brings an invaluable athlete perspective. It's an exciting time to see professional female athletes help shape the future of global women's sports.'
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The Legacy will make their NWSL debut in March.
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Boston joins an investment group that includes actress Elizabeth Banks, Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman, and Celtics president Brad Stevens and his wife Tracy.
No longer in the group is Linda Henry, CEO of Boston Globe Media, who has officially sold her minority stake in the team. Henry announced her intention to sell her stake in February and is no longer affiliated with the team.
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