The Sports Bra, a dedicated sports bar for women’s sports in Portland, Oregon, has announced a major investment from Alexis Ohanian, a co-founder of Reddit and part owner of Angel City Football Club in the NWSL, through his 776 Foundation. This investment will enable the bar to franchise and expand, bringing its unique concept to more locations across the country.
Jenny Nguyen, the founder and CEO of The Sports Bra, expressed her gratitude for the support and explained that the returns from the investment would go towards future donations to women’s sports programs. Nguyen’s vision for The Sports Bra is rooted in her desire to provide young girls with a place in sports and inspire them to pursue their athletic dreams.
The decision to expand comes at a time of rising interest in women’s sports, as evidenced by record ratings for the NCAA women’s basketball national championship game. The momentum behind women’s sports is driving the success of The Sports Bra, providing a welcoming and inclusive space for fans to cheer for their favorite female athletes.
The Sports Bra has already gained traction as a big success since its opening, thanks to Nguyen’s passion and dedication towards promoting women’s sports. With this new investment, The Sports Bra will continue investing in its mission while expanding into new cities across the country.