Chicago Sky star Angel Reese added another accomplishment to her considerable resume on Thursday.
A national champion and All-American in college, as well as the No. 7 pick in the 2024 WNBA Draft, Reese was one of two rookies to make the All-Star Game in her debut season. She also led the league in rebounding and set a record for double-doubles. Off the court, she saw her modeling career take off, launched a successful podcast and also was featured on the cover of Vogue.
Today, McDonald’s announced the “Angel Reese Special,” debuting February 10. The meal includes a BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese, fries and a drink, and also allowed Reese to make a little bit of history.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – OCTOBER 06: Angel Reese of the Chicago Sky looks on before the game between the Carolina Panthers and the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field on October 06, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
McDonald’s describes the “Angel Reese Special” as a “bold, smoky BBQ sauce, crispy bacon, two slices of melty American cheese, slivered onions, and tangy pickles, all on a soft sesame seed bun.”
In a statement released shortly after the news was announced, Reese, who was a McDonald’s All-American in 2020, said the popular fast food chain has played a major role in her life.
“McDonald’s has always been a huge part of my life,” Reese said.
“Being the first female athlete to have my own meal feels like a dream come true. I hope the Angel Reese Special inspires young athletes to never give up on their dreams.”
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS – JUNE 23: Angel Reese #5 of the Chicago Sky drives with the basketball in the first half against NaLyssa Smith #1 of the Indiana Fever at Wintrust Arena on June 23, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)
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This month, Reese returned to the court as a member of Rose Basketball Club in Unrivaled, the new women’s 3-on-3 league held in Miami, which features a number of prominent WNBA stars.
Through four games, she’s averaging 10.8 points and 8.3 rebounds while shooting 46% from the field. Rose BC is 1-3 heading into this weekend’s game against the Laces.
