More Than a Game: Venus and Serena Williams Make NFL Ownership History

Kim Anthony

01 Jul 2025 — 2 min read

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When Venus and Serena Williams stepped onto the tennis court decades ago, they didn’t just play—they transformed the game. With every serve, every win, and every trail they blazed, they reminded the world that greatness doesn’t ask for permission.

Now, they’ve made history once again—this time in cleats and contracts instead of rackets and rallies.

The Williams sisters are now the first Black women to hold ownership in an NFL franchise, securing a stake in the Miami Dolphins, a team currently valued at a staggering $4.6 billion.

This isn’t just a milestone for sports—it’s a moment for culture, legacy, and long-game leadership.

Courtside to Boardroom

Owning a piece of an NFL team is a rare achievement. For two Black women—raised in Compton, forged by discipline, and propelled by purpose—to sit at that table? That’s monumental.

Their move into ownership is more than symbolic. It signals a shift in who gets to shape the future of professional sports—not just on the field, but in the boardroom, in the media, and in the money.

It’s about access. Influence. Power. And it’s proof that impact doesn’t end with retirement—it evolves.

The Legacy They Keep Building

Venus and Serena have never stayed in one lane. They've built fashion empires, invested in venture capital, launched wellness brands, and produced media that elevates the voices of Black women. Their investment in the Dolphins continues a pattern of excellence—they don’t just show up. They show the way.

And in doing so, they’re teaching a new generation of athletes and entrepreneurs to own more than their craft—own their future.

Lessons from the Williams Way

This historic move offers more than headlines—it holds timeless principles:

Play with power, plan with purpose. From the court to the boardroom, every step has been intentional.
Diversify your legacy. Greatness in one field is just the beginning—build across industries.
Representation is a form of leadership. When we see it, we believe it—and begin to reach higher.
Ownership is influence. And influence shapes the culture we live in.

Not Just First—Foundational

Venus and Serena aren’t just “the first.” They are founders of a new frontier—a vision where Black women take their rightful place as investors, visionaries, and decision-makers in every arena, including one of America’s most powerful institutions: the NFL.

The Williams sisters have always played to win. Now, they’re playing to lead.

And if there’s one thing we know for sure—it’s that wherever they go, they don’t just open doors… they keep them open for everyone coming behind them.

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