Leaf Trading Cards has broken new ground in the trading card hobby with the release of its innovative 2024 Leaf Metal Women of Sport collection. In a bold move, this collection celebrates iconic female athletes from various generations, acknowledging their impact on the sports world and now, the trading card industry.
The collection, featuring various autograph sets like Herstory, She Got Game, Starstruck, Dazzlers, Unbreakable Duals, and Anime Nation, showcases a diverse mix of legendary athletes and rising stars. From iconic figures like Mia Hamm, Alex Morgan, Cheryl Miller, and Lisa Leslie to modern-day NIL trailblazers such as Livvy Dunne from LSU and Paige Bueckers from UConn, the trading cards pay homage to the significant contributions of women in sports.
Leaf Trading Cards Director of Marketing and Licensing, CJ Breen, is passionate about recognizing female athletes who have often been overlooked in the world of trading cards. The collection aims to give female athletes the spotlight they deserve, bridging the gap between sports and collectors.
One standout inclusion in the collection is Toby Fournier, a Duke freshman renowned for her viral dunking videos on social media. Fournier’s exclusive deal with Leaf marks a milestone as the only incoming freshman women’s basketball player to have signed such an agreement.
In addition to individual cards, the collection features exciting pairings of sports stars, such as a grouping of U.S. soccer legends Mia Hamm, Alex Morgan, Sophia Smith, and Brandi Chastain. Noteworthy combinations include a dynamic duo card featuring WNBA star Cameron Brink and UConn basketball phenom Paige Bueckers. Bueckers also stars in a special animated card celebrating her All-American status at UConn.
With hopes to promote inclusivity in the trading card hobby, Breen believes that this collection will not only elevate the profiles of female athletes but also attract a new wave of collectors to the space. By emphasizing the fun and universal appeal of collecting cards, Leaf Trading Cards aims to create a welcoming environment for all collectors.
Through this groundbreaking release, Leaf Trading Cards continues to champion female athletes, fostering greater appreciation for their accomplishments in sports and paving the way for a more inclusive and diverse trading card community.
