Earlier this year, the Kansas City Current brought its community-focused mission closer to home, creating new opportunities for young soccer players and earning recognition for Brittany Mahomes‘ leadership. The club, co-owned by Brittany and Patrick Mahomes, announced a free youth soccer league in Kansas City’s historic Northeast neighbourhood. The initiative aimed to remove financial barriers for children eager to play, while Brittany’s work with the Current also earned her a notable honour celebrating women’s leadership and progress in sports.
Kansas City Current’s free soccer league opens doors for young players
The 9th & Van Brunt Soccer League was designed to give children an opportunity to experience the game without the cost often tied to organised sports. Set to begin on July 11, the programme targeted children aged 8 to 10, with organisers expecting around 120 participants during the summer.For families in the Northeast neighbourhood, the league offered more than a chance to play. Accessible youth sports can help children build confidence, learn teamwork and form connections with peers. By removing participation costs, the Current aimed to make those experiences available to more young people.Kansas City Current President Raven Jemison highlighted the wider purpose behind the initiative in a statement.“Launching the 9th & Van Brunt Soccer League is a perfect embodiment of the Kansas City Current’s community pillars. We could not be more appreciative of our incredible partners and staff that helped bring this to life,”Jemison also pointed to the programme’s potential to create lasting connections across the city.“This league will have a generational impact on young athletes, families and coaches across the city. We are excited to see how the league grows and the success stories that come from it.”Brittany Mahomes, a former professional soccer player and founding co-owner of the Current, showed her support by liking the announcement on Instagram and sharing it on her Stories. Patrick Mahomes’ mother, Randi, also welcomed the news, commenting, “So amazing 🤍.”
Brittany Mahomes receives recognition for women’s sports leadership
The youth league announcement came amid further recognition of Brittany Mahomes’ work with the Current. United WE, a national women’s leadership organisation, presented her with its inaugural Champion for Change Award at CPKC Stadium.Brittany Mahomes celebrated the honour on Instagram, writing:“Such an inspiring morning with @unitedwe__ celebrating progress and influencing action!“It was such an honor to receive the inaugural Champion for Change award in the stadium that represents what it looks like when women’s needs are prioritized in sports and in the workplace. No better place to celebrate women than a stadium built for women! Thank you @unitedwe__ and @wendyddoyle for the incredible honor!”Patrick celebrated his wife’s achievement, commenting, “Congrats babe! You deserve it! Love you!” He also reshared her post on his Stories.United WE’s statement recognised Brittany’s role in the Mahomes family’s philanthropic work through the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, which has contributed millions to initiatives supporting children’s health, wellness and opportunity in underserved communities.“Through the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, she and her husband, Patrick Mahomes, have contributed millions to initiatives advancing children’s health, wellness, and opportunity in underserved communities.“Her leadership demonstrates that when women are visible, invested, and at the decision-making table, communities and economies grow stronger.”Together, the league and Brittany’s award underscored the Current’s focus on community access, youth development and women’s leadership, extending the club’s influence well beyond matchday.
