Angel City FC, one of the most visible and ambitious clubs in the National Women’s Soccer League, has added another marquee name to its already star-studded ownership roster. NBA veteran Chris Paul, along with three prominent business leaders, has officially joined the Los Angeles side’s ownership group, a move the club framed as both a symbolic and strategic milestone.
Paul, a 12-time NBA All-Star, called the opportunity “an incredible honor,” saying it was about more than investment. “This is a chance to support women’s sports and help drive positive change,” he said in a statement announcing the deal.
The other new investors are equally notable. Solina Chau, co-founder of Horizons Ventures, brings a global track record in technology and philanthropy. Ina Coleman, a respected consultant and advocate in organizational development and equity, strengthens the club’s focus on community and inclusivity. Paul Bernon, an entrepreneur and film producer with experience in political fundraising and venture capital, adds further depth and media reach to the group.
A new layer to Angel City’s rise
Angel City’s ownership expansion is backed by real momentum. Last summer, Disney CEO Bob Iger and USC Annenberg dean Willow Bay invested $50 million to take control of the club, pushing its valuation to around $250 million. That made Angel City the highest-valued women’s professional sports team in the world and a signal that the NWSL is now part of the big-money conversation.
The club has been busy building its backbone. Mark Parsons joined as Sporting Director earlier this year, tasked with enhancing scouting and player development. A new performance center opened before the 2025 season, another indication that Angel City aims to match its commercial appeal with on-field success.
Across the NWSL, big names are making similar bets. Serena Williams, Natalie Portman, Mia Hamm, and Alexis Ohanian are among the high-profile backers at Angel City, while other clubs have attracted investment from Hollywood, Silicon Valley, and the global football industry. For fans and players, the promise is more resources, more visibility, and more weight behind the women’s game.
The promise of progress for Angel City remains uncertain. Some supporters are questioning whether Paul and his fellow investors will pursue bigger signings and stronger academies or if their involvement is merely symbolic. This tension now hangs over the club.
With the new investors on board, expectations from fans and the league are rising.
