Funko Announces Agreement With WNBA, Celebrating Women’s Basketball Fandom
Funko Announces Agreement With WNBA, Celebrating Women’s Basketball Fandom
--First wave of Pop! figures feature A’ja Wilson, Angel Reese, Breanna Stewart, and Caitlin Clark--
EVERETT, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Funko, Inc. (Nasdaq: FNKO), a leading pop culture lifestyle brand announces an agreement with the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) to launch its first-ever WNBA player Pop! figures, bringing four of the league’s biggest stars to its iconic collectible lineup. This agreement reflects Funko’s ongoing commitment to celebrating the growing influence of women’s sports.
We believe fandom has no boundaries and we are incredibly excited about this relationship. The recent rapid rise of the WNBA, the power of its players as engaging brand ambassadors, and its passionate fanbase are a testament to the power of sports culture.
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Set to launch for pre-sale on May 14, prior to the tip-off of the WNBA regular season, this initial wave of collectibles will feature A’ja Wilson (Las Vegas Aces), Angel Reese (Chicago Sky), Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty), and Caitlin Clark (Indiana Fever).
“At Funko, we believe fandom has no boundaries and we are incredibly excited about this relationship,” said Cynthia Williams, CEO of Funko. “The recent rapid rise of the WNBA, the power of its players as engaging brand ambassadors, and its passionate fanbase are a testament to the power of sports culture. Bringing these trailblazing athletes to our Pop! lineup is not just about collectibles—it’s about celebrating the energy, talent, and influence of women’s basketball.”
The WNBA Pop! collection marks a major milestone in Funko’s expansion into reaching sports fans and collectors, which has already seen the successful launch of NBA Pop! Yourself and an exciting NBA Crossover Activation. With upcoming activations tied to events across the basketball fandom, which include the NBA Finals and Fanatics Fest NYC, Funko is committed to remaining at the forefront of fan culture and delivering unique ways for collectors to engage with their favorite sports.
For more information and to stay updated on the latest reveals, visit Funko.com and follow Funko on TikTok, X, and Instagram.
ABOUT FUNKO
Funko is a leading global pop culture lifestyle brand, with a diverse collection of brands, including Funko, Loungefly, and Mondo, and an industry-leading portfolio of licenses. Funko delivers industry-defining products that span vinyl figures, micro-collectibles, fashion accessories, apparel, plush, action toys, high-end art, music and digital collectibles, many of which are at the forefront of the growing Kidult economy. Through these products, which include the iconic original Pop! line, Bitty Pop!, and Pop! Yourself, Funko inspires fans across the globe to express their passions, build community, and have fun. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Washington state, Funko has offices, retail locations, operations, and licensed partnerships in major consumer geographies across the globe. Learn more at Funko.com, Loungefly.com, MondoShop.com, and Droppp.io, and follow us on TikTok, X, and Instagram.
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