Leaf Trading Cards has stepped up to the plate with their latest release, the 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport collection. In a groundbreaking move, this collection celebrates iconic female athletes from past, present, and future generations, making a significant mark in the trading card hobby.
Featuring autograph sets such as Herstory, She Got Game, Starstruck, Dazzlers, Unbreakable Duals, and Anime Nation, this collection covers a wide array of legendary athletes and rising stars. From soccer legends like Mia Hamm and Alex Morgan, to basketball greats Cheryl Miller and Lisa Leslie, to softball sensation Jennie Finch and sports commentator Doris Burke, this collection honors the trailblazers in women’s sports.
But it doesn’t stop there—the collection also pays homage to the new wave of female athletes taking the sports world by storm. From LSU gymnast Livvy Dunne to UConn basketball phenom Paige Bueckers, from UCLA softball standout Maya Brady to Clemson track star Makenzie Steele, these Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) stars are making their mark both on and off the field.
Director of Marketing and Licensing at Leaf Trading Cards, CJ Breen, is proud of the project and the recognition it brings to female athletes. Breen’s commitment to highlighting female athletes who have long been overlooked in the trading card world is evident in this monumental collection. By showcasing the talents of these incredible women, Leaf is setting a new standard for inclusivity and diversity in the sports trading card hobby.
One standout in the collection is Duke freshman Toby Fournier, known for her viral dunking videos. Fournier’s exclusive deal with Leaf sets her apart as the only incoming freshman women’s basketball player to achieve such recognition—a testament to the collection’s dedication to showcasing both established and emerging talent.
But it’s not just individual athletes who are highlighted in this collection; exciting combinations of stars also take center stage. From a grouping of U.S. soccer legends including Hamm, Morgan, Smith, and Brandi Chastain, to a dynamic duo card featuring Cameron Brink and Paige Bueckers, these cards celebrate the camaraderie and excellence of female athletes across different sports.
Breen’s vision for the collection goes beyond just honoring these phenomenal athletes; it’s about inviting everyone into the world of sports trading cards and redefining what it means to be a collector. By making collecting cards fun and accessible to all, Leaf Trading Cards hopes to inspire a new generation of collectors and fans of women in sports.
Through this collection, Leaf Trading Cards continues to champion female athletes, bridge the gap between the sports world and collectors, and advocate for greater recognition of women’s achievements in sports. The 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport collection is more than just a set of cards—it’s a celebration of strength, talent, and the enduring legacy of women in sports.
