Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff and his wife Christen, according to Lions OnSI, have joined an investment group aiming to bring a WNBA team back to Detroit. The initiative, led by Pistons owner Tom Gores, seeks to revive the WNBA in a city that previously hosted the Detroit Shock, a franchise that relocated in 2009 after winning multiple championships.

A Strong Investment Group for Detroit’s WNBA Comeback

Gores, at the helm of the effort, has assembled a team of influential investors, including Lions owner Sheila Hamp. Gores expressed enthusiasm about the opportunity, noting that Detroit’s passionate sports culture makes it the ideal location for a WNBA team. “Detroit is a sports town that loves its teams deeply,” said Gores. “We’re here to bring back that legacy.”

This bid represents a critical opportunity for the WNBA’s expansion, offering the league a chance to return to Detroit, a city that once embraced the Shock with remarkable enthusiasm. The Shock secured three championships during their time in the city, and this bid aims to bring that same energy and success back to Detroit.

A Powerful Group of Investors

Along with Goff, Christen Goff, and Hamp, the investment group also includes key figures from sports and entertainment. Former Pistons stars Grant Hill and Chris Webber, along with their families, are part of the effort, as well as media and finance leaders like Arn and Nancy Tellem. This diverse group of investors is committed to ensuring the WNBA’s return to Detroit thrives both on and off the court.

“I’m excited for what we can achieve together in building a winner on the court and in the community,” Gores said, underscoring the partnerships the group is already forming as part of the bid.

Detroit’s Sports Legacy and the WNBA’s Future

Given the Shock’s success in the early 2000s and Detroit’s strong sports history, the city is well-positioned to once again be home to a women’s professional basketball team. The return of the WNBA would not only boost the city’s economy but also strengthen Detroit’s legacy as a sports town. The community’s consistent backing of its teams, especially during key moments in league history, makes Detroit an ideal candidate for this exciting new phase in women’s sports.

As the group moves forward with the bid, all eyes are on Detroit as it aims to re-enter the WNBA and help the league continue its growth.