Leaf Trading Cards has rolled out a groundbreaking collection that spotlights the shining stars of women’s sports with the launch of the 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport series. This innovative collection celebrates iconic female athletes from past, present, and future generations, marking a significant milestone in the trading card hobby.
The collection features a range of autograph sets including Herstory, She Got Game, Starstruck, Dazzlers, Unbreakable Duals, and Anime Nation. Legendary athletes like Mia Hamm, Alex Morgan, Cheryl Miller, and Lisa Leslie are featured alongside today’s NIL trailblazers such as Livvy Dunne, Paige Bueckers, Maya Brady, and Makenzie Steele. Rising professional talents like Sophia Smith, Trinity Rodman, Cameron Brink, and Diana Flores also take center stage in this diverse and inclusive collection.
Leaf’s Director of Marketing and Licensing, CJ Breen, shared his excitement for the project, emphasizing the importance of recognizing female athletes who have often been overlooked in the world of trading cards. He highlighted the team’s dedication in bringing the spotlight that female athletes and collectors deserve to the forefront of the hobby.
One standout athlete in the collection is Duke freshman Toby Fournier, recognized for her viral dunking videos on social media. Fournier’s exclusive deal with Leaf marks her as the sole incoming freshman women’s basketball player to be featured in this prestigious collection.
In addition to individual cards, the collection showcases exciting pairings of sports legends, such as Hamm, Morgan, Smith, and Brandi Chastain in a group card, and a dynamic duo card featuring Brink and Bueckers. Bueckers also takes the spotlight in a special animated card that pays tribute to her All-American status at UConn.
Breen’s vision for the collection goes beyond celebrating female athletes; he aims to promote inclusivity in the trading card hobby, inviting a new wave of collectors into the space. He believes that collecting cards should be an enjoyable experience for everyone, and this product serves as a catalyst for greater representation and recognition in the sports trading card world.
With the launch of the 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport collection, Leaf Trading Cards continues to champion female athletes, bridging the gap between sports enthusiasts and collectors, while amplifying the achievements of women in sports. This innovative and diverse collection sets a new standard in the trading card industry, celebrating the remarkable talents and impactful contributions of women in sports.
