Angel Reese's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Angel Reese.

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

1975: Maryland Double-Double Record

In 1975, Angie Scott was the last Maryland player to average a double-double before Angel Reese.

1977: Maree Jackson's Rebounding Record

In 1977, Maree Jackson set LSU's single-game rebounding record, which stood until Angel Reese broke it on January 5, 2023.

2006: Sylvia Fowles' Consecutive Double-Doubles Record

During the 2006-07 season, Sylvia Fowles set the program record for consecutive double-doubles, which Angel Reese later broke.

January 2020: Coaching Controversy, Jersey Retirement and All-Star Game Selections

In January 2020, Archbishop Spalding High School head coach Lisa Smith was fired for criticizing Reese. On January 31, Reese's number 10 jersey was retired by St. Frances, making her the first female player to receive this honor. She was selected to play at the McDonald's All-American Game and the Jordan Brand Classic, but both games were canceled due to COVID-19.

2020: McDonald's All-American Honors and Top Ranking

In 2020, Angel Reese was awarded McDonald's All-American honors and ranked the number two player in her class by ESPN.

March 24, 2021: NCAA Tournament Win

On March 24, 2021, in the second round of the NCAA tournament, Angel Reese scored 19 points to help Maryland defeat Alabama, 100–64.

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.

July 17, 2023: Angel Reese Court Dedication and Key to the City

On July 17, 2023, the newly renovated basketball court at the Scotts Branch Recreation Activity Center in Angel Reese's hometown of Randallstown, Maryland, was named the Angel Reese Court. She also threw out the first pitch at a Baltimore Orioles game and received the key to the city of Baltimore from Mayor Brandon Scott.

October 2023: Reese featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Money Issue

In October 2023, Angel Reese was featured on the cover of the Sports Illustrated Money Issue alongside Livvy Dunne, titled "Generation NIL".

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.

2023: FIBA Women's AmeriCup Silver Medal

In 2023, Angel Reese helped the United States win a silver medal at the FIBA Women's AmeriCup.

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.

2023: Reese Included in Time 100 Next List, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and Harper's Bazaar Icons Issue

In 2023, Angel Reese was included in the Time 100 Next list, featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, and appeared in the Harper's Bazaar Icons Issue.

2023: Social Media Growth After Junior Season

In 2023, Angel Reese's social media following rapidly grew, surpassing 1 million Instagram followers by the end of the NCAA tournament.

July 2, 2024: WNBA All-Star Selection

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

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.

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.

2024: Reese included in Forbes 30 Under 30 sports list

In 2024, Reese was included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 sports list.

January 2025: Reese Gains 4.6 Million Instagram Followers

By January 2025, Angel Reese gained 4.6 million followers on Instagram, making her the most followed player in the WNBA.

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 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".

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.