Leaf Trading Cards is making history with its latest release, the 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport collection. This groundbreaking set is a celebration of female athletes who have left an indelible mark on the sports world, from past legends to current stars and future game-changers. The collection is a breath of fresh air in the trading card hobby, shining the spotlight on women athletes who have often been overlooked in this space.
Featuring a variety of autograph sets like Herstory, She Got Game, Starstruck, Dazzlers, Unbreakable Duals, and Anime Nation, the cards showcase legendary figures such as soccer icon Mia Hamm, soccer superstar Alex Morgan, basketball legend Cheryl Miller, WNBA star Lisa Leslie, softball pitcher Jennie Finch, and basketball analyst Doris Burke. The collection also introduces fans to the new wave of female athletes making waves in the Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) landscape.
Standouts in the collection include LSU’s Livvy Dunne, a gymnastics sensation making waves in the NIL era, UConn basketball star Paige Bueckers, UCLA softball standout Maya Brady, and Clemson track star Makenzie Steele. Additionally, the set features rising stars like U.S. Women’s National Team soccer players Sophia Smith and Trinity Rodman, WNBA talent Cameron Brink, and Mexican flag football standout Diana Flores.
Leaf’s Director of Marketing and Licensing, CJ Breen, emphasized the importance of recognizing and honoring female athletes in the trading card world. He expressed his excitement for the project, highlighting Leaf’s dedication to bringing female athletes and collectors the recognition they deserve. The collection is not just a showcase of talent but a step towards greater inclusivity in the sports trading card hobby.
One of the collection’s notable additions is Duke freshman Toby Fournier, known for her viral dunking videos on social media. Fournier’s exclusive deal with Leaf makes her the only incoming freshman women’s basketball player to join the collection, adding a touch of freshness and excitement to the set.
In addition to individual cards, the collection features exciting pairings of sports icons, such as a grouping of U.S. soccer stars Hamm, Morgan, Smith, and Brandi Chastain, and a dynamic duo card featuring basketball talents Brink and Bueckers. Paige Bueckers also gets a special animated card that commemorates her All-American status at UConn, adding a unique and creative touch to the collection.
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. The collection not only celebrates the achievements of women in sports but also seeks to invite a new wave of collectors into the hobby, making card collection inclusive, enjoyable, and engaging for all. Leaf’s innovative approach and dedication to female athletes set a new standard in the trading card industry, emphasizing the importance of recognizing women’s contributions to sports history.