Angel Reese Makes History with Third Straight Win
Angel Reese continues to cement her legacy not just on the court, but as a cultural icon, a leader, and an unstoppable force in women’s sports. On Wednesday night, Reese was named BET Sportswoman of the Year for the third consecutive year, a feat that places her among the most celebrated athletes in the award’s history.
The 6-foot-3 forward, affectionately known as the “Bayou Barbie,” accepted the honor with grace and gratitude, thanking her supporters, family, teammates, and the broader community that has helped lift her to national stardom.
“This isn’t just my award,” Reese said in her acceptance speech. “This is for every little Black girl who was told she was ‘too much.’ Too loud, too confident, too bold. Keep being too much. That’s where your power is.”
Reese’s star has only continued to rise since her breakout NCAA championship run with LSU in 2023. Now in the WNBA with the Chicago Sky, she’s quickly become one of the faces of the league, both for her fierce play and unapologetic personality. Her presence has helped fuel a renaissance in women’s basketball both in viewership and cultural relevance.
🏀 Dominance On and Off the Court
In her rookie WNBA season, Reese is averaging a double-double and leads all rookies in rebounds, earning early comparisons to league greats like Candace Parker and Sylvia Fowles. But beyond the stats, it’s her aura her confidence, her energy, her edge that has made her a fan favorite.
And while some critics have tried to cast her confidence as arrogance, Reese has embraced every challenge with her signature flair and unshakable poise. Whether it’s in the paint, on social media, or on the red carpet, she’s proven she can shine anywhere.
💫 Cultural Impact
Reese’s influence extends well beyond basketball. From modeling deals with major fashion brands to gracing the covers of national magazines, she’s redefining what it means to be a women’s athlete in 2025. Her BET win is not just about sports it’s about impact. About changing narratives. About owning your story.
BET’s Sportswoman of the Year award celebrates not only athletic excellence but cultural significance and no one embodies that blend more right now than Angel Reese.
🎉 Three-Peat and Still Rising
Winning the award once is special. Twice, remarkable. But three times in a row? That’s legendary. Reese now joins a rare club of multi-time winners and becomes the first back-to-back-to-back honoree since the award’s inception.
As #Skytown fans continue to rally behind her and young girls across the globe look up to her as a symbol of strength and authenticity, one thing is clear:
Angel Reese isn’t just a player. She’s a movement.
So yes keep shining, Angel. 🫶🏾 You’re doing more than making history.
You’re making herstory.
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