Aliyah Boston has made a significant entrance into the business side of women’s sports by purchasing a stake in Boston Legacy FC, a new team in the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL). Just one month after acquiring ownership, the Indiana Fever star took on an additional role by joining the club’s newly formed Athlete Advisory Board on Wednesday, aimed at guiding the team’s future.
Elite Athlete Voices Form Boston Legacy FC’s Advisory Board
Boston Legacy FC revealed its Athlete Advisory Board, designed to ensure the club remains in tune with the real-world perspectives of athletes. The group features notable figures such as <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/basketball/wnba/”>WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston and Allison Feaster, the former WNBA player turned Vice President of Team Operations & Organizational Growth for the Boston Celtics. The board also includes Kristine Lilly, a former Boston Breakers FC legend, and Sam Mewis, both World Cup champion and Olympian.
The club emphasized that assembling this advisory roster supports its goal of staying
“aligned with the experiences and needs of athletes.”
Aliyah Boston expressed her enthusiasm about expanding her involvement with the team, sharing her vision for the club’s impact:
“Boston Legacy is more than just a football club—it’s about community, pride, and creating something lasting for the city. I believe in what this club stands for and I want to be part of the foundation that guides its future.”
—Aliyah Boston, Athlete and Investor
Aliyah Boston’s Strategic Investment in Boston Legacy FC
Boston Legacy FC, set to begin play next season, counts Aliyah Boston among its primary investors, marking her first major business venture outside of basketball. While financial details were not disclosed, Boston’s investment underscores her commitment to advancing women’s sports in her hometown. This announcement came just before Indiana Fever competed against the Connecticut Sun at Boston’s TD Garden on July 15.
Reflecting on her new role, Boston said:
“I’m proud to join the ownership group of the Boston Legacy. This city helped raise me, and the support I felt here shaped so much of who I am. I couldn’t be more excited to have the opportunity to invest into a franchise that’s building something special for its players, for the city, and for women’s sports as a whole.”
—Aliyah Boston, Indiana Fever Star and Boston Legacy FC Investor
Support from Distinguished Investors and Leadership
The Boston Legacy FC ownership group is led by Jennifer Epstein, the club’s Controlling Manager, and features prominent figures such as Olympian Aly Raisman, Hollywood actress Elizabeth Banks, and Tracy Stevens, wife of former Boston Celtics coach Brad Stevens. The group stands apart for having women as its primary investors, emphasizing a dedication to fostering female leadership within the sports community.
By incorporating experienced athletes and influential leaders in both its ownership and advisory structure, Boston Legacy FC aims to build a sustainable and community-rooted club that uplifts women’s sports in Boston and beyond.
The Path Forward for Boston Legacy FC and Aliyah Boston’s Role
As Boston Legacy FC prepares for its inaugural season, the involvement of Aliyah Boston and the Athlete Advisory Board highlights the team‘s focus on creating a player-centered environment. Boston’s dual role as an investor and advisory board member positions her as a key contributor to shaping the club’s culture and long-term vision. This approach signals a promising future for the expansion team and sets an encouraging precedent for athlete engagement in sports ownership and governance.