Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Angel Reese

How Angel Reese built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Angel Reese is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA and Rose BC in the Unrivaled league. Known as "Bayou Barbie" and "Chi Barbie", she gained prominence during her college basketball career, playing for both the Maryland Terrapins and the LSU Tigers.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2017: Trials for United States team for the 2017 FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship

In 2017, Reese attended trials for the United States team for the FIBA Under-16 Women's Americas Championship but was not named to the final roster.

2018: Reese misses the cut for the 2018 Under-17 World Cup team

In 2018, Reese missed the cut for the Under-17 World Cup team after being a finalist.

November 1, 2019: Commitment to Maryland

On November 1, 2019, Angel Reese announced her commitment to Maryland, becoming the highest-ranked recruit in program history.

2019: Reese withdraws from consideration for the 2019 Under-19 World Cup team

In 2019, Reese was named a finalist for the Under-19 World Cup team before withdrawing to play in the Nike EYBL.

November 27, 2020: Maryland Debut

On November 27, 2020, Angel Reese made her debut for Maryland, recording a season-high 20 points and nine rebounds in a 94–72 win over Davidson at the Gulf Coast Challenge.

December 2, 2021: Season-High Performance Against Miami (Florida)

On December 2, 2021, Angel Reese had a season-high 26 points and 15 rebounds in an 82–74 win against Miami (Florida) in the ACC–Big Ten Challenge.

2021: Reese withdraws from consideration for the 2021 Under-19 World Cup

In 2021, Reese withdrew from consideration for the Under-19 World Cup for health reasons after receiving an invitation to team trials and being a finalist.

February 14, 2022: Victory Over Iowa

On February 14, 2022, Angel Reese posted 25 points and 13 rebounds in an 81–69 victory over Iowa.

April 5, 2022: Enters Transfer Portal

On April 5, 2022, Angel Reese entered the transfer portal, seeking a fresh start and a coach to develop her for the WNBA.

May 6, 2022: Transfer to LSU

On May 6, 2022, LSU announced that Angel Reese would transfer to their program, citing her trust in head coach Kim Mulkey and a desire to join a "winning culture."

January 5, 2023: Breaks LSU's Single-Game Rebounding Record

On January 5, 2023, Angel Reese surpassed LSU's single-game rebounding record, held by Maree Jackson since 1977, with a 26-point, 28-rebound performance against Texas A&M.

June 2, 2023: Reese Makes Cameo in 'Put It on da Floor Again' Music Video

On June 2, 2023, Angel Reese made a cameo in the music video for "Put It on da Floor Again" by Latto and Cardi B.

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July 2023: Launch of the Angel C. Reese Foundation

In July 2023, Angel Reese announced the launch of the Angel C. Reese Foundation, which aims to empower girls through sports, education, and financial literacy.

August 2023: Reese Foundation Hosts 'Back-to-School Giveback Block Party'

In August 2023, the Reese foundation hosted the "Back-to-School Giveback Block Party" to provide school supplies to students. Reese also made a $12,000 donation to the Joan & Bert Hash Fund.

October 17, 2023: Reese Signs Endorsement Deal with Reebok

On October 17, 2023, Angel Reese signed an endorsement deal with Reebok, becoming their first signing since Shaquille O'Neal became the president of basketball.

November 6, 2023: Season Debut and Upset Loss

On November 6, 2023, Angel Reese recorded 15 points and 12 rebounds in her season debut, but her team suffered an upset loss to AP No. 20 Colorado, 92–78.

2023: Angel Reese Debuts with United States National Team

In 2023, Angel Reese made her debut with the United States national team at the FIBA Women's AmeriCup in Mexico, contributing to the team's silver medal win.

April 3, 2024: Declares for 2024 WNBA Draft

On April 3, 2024, Angel Reese declared for the 2024 WNBA draft, where she was projected to be a first-round pick.

May 15, 2024: WNBA Debut

On May 15, 2024, Angel Reese made her WNBA debut, posting 12 points and eight rebounds in an 87–79 loss to the Dallas Wings.

May 2024: Angel Reese Becomes Part Owner of DC Power FC

In May 2024, Angel Reese became a part owner of the USL Super League professional soccer team DC Power FC.

July 2, 2024: WNBA All-Star Selection

On July 2, 2024, Angel Reese was selected to play in the WNBA All-Star Game.

July 24, 2024: Announcement of Angel Reese's participation in Unrivaled

On July 24, 2024, Angel Reese's participation in the inaugural season of Unrivaled, a new women's 3-on-3 basketball league, was announced.

August 2024: Reese Signs Sponsorship Deal with Reese's

In August 2024, Angel Reese signed a sponsorship deal with the Hershey's chocolate and candy brand Reese's, including an apparel collection.

September 2024: Reese Starts Podcast 'Unapologetically Angel'

In September 2024, Angel Reese started a podcast called 'Unapologetically Angel' on the Playmaker network, with new episodes released every Thursday.

October 2024: Reese Foundation Partners with Cash App

In October 2024, the Reese foundation and Cash App announced a partnership to promote financial literacy, with Reese leading Cash App's “That's Money” campaign. The foundation also announced the renovation of a community basketball court in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

2024: WNBA Draft and All-Star Selection

In 2024, Angel Reese was selected by the Chicago Sky with the seventh overall pick in the WNBA draft. During her rookie season, she was named a WNBA All-Star and set the league single-season record in rebounds.

January 2025: Reese Features as Cover Star for Vogue Magazine

In January 2025, Angel Reese featured as the cover star for Vogue magazine's winter issue, profiling the convergence of sports and fashion in her career.

January 17, 2025: Angel Reese Debuts in Unrivaled League

On January 17, 2025, Angel Reese debuted as a starter for Rose BC in the Unrivaled league, scoring the first points in the team's history and recording a double-double.

February 2025: Reese Collaborates with McDonald's on a Special Meal

In February 2025, Angel Reese collaborated with McDonald's on a special meal named after her, the Angel Reese Special, which launched on February 10. She became the first female athlete that McDonald's has named a meal after.

May 6, 2025: Foundation and Magic Johnson Announce Wealth Playbook Partnership

On May 6, 2025, the Foundation and Magic Johnson announced the Wealth Playbook partnership, aimed at improving financial literacy for youth.

May 27, 2025: Fastest to 500 Points and 500 Rebounds

On May 27, 2025, Angel Reese surpassed Tina Charles as the fastest player to record 500 points and 500 rebounds, achieving the feat in just 38 games.

July 2025: Reese Featured on NBA 2K26 Cover

In July 2025, Angel Reese was named the co-cover athlete for the Leave No Doubt edition and solo cover athlete for the WNBA edition of NBA 2K26, making her the second WNBA player to be featured on a global edition of the game.

September 2025: Debut of Reese's First Signature Basketball Shoe

In September 2025, Angel Reese and Reebok debuted Reese's first signature basketball shoe, the "Angel Reese 1".

September 2025: Reese Joins Togethxr Ownership Group

In September 2025, Angel Reese joined the ownership group of Togethxr, along with Sue Bird, Alex Morgan, Simone Manuel, and Chloe Kim.

2025: Reese Awarded in Unrivaled League and Rose wins championship

In 2025, Reese was named to the All-Unrivaled Second Team and awarded Unrivaled's Defensive Player of the Year. Also in 2025, Rose won the first ever Unrivaled championship.