Patrick Mahomes keeps his reaction brief while Brittany Mahomes’ influence in women’s sports keeps rising

Patrick Mahomes is in recovery mode during the offseason, but the Kansas City Chiefs star still has things to celebrate. The three-time Super Bowl MVP is recovering from surgery in January to fix a torn ACL and MCL. He hopes to be back for the 2026 season. As the Chiefs change his contract and the roster, Mahomes continues to rely on his family for support during a crucial time in his career.Brittany Mahomes is also making a strong name for herself at the same time. The mother of three is getting praise for more than just being part of football's most famous family. She is also being recognized for her work in business and the community.Brittany Mahomes will receive the inaugural Champion for Change Award from United WE, a national women’s leadership organization, for her work as a founding co-owner of the Kansas City Current. The club’s rapid rise in the NWSL, including a Shield win and record-setting regular season, reflects the momentum behind women’s professional soccer and the investment driving its growth.ID@undefined Caption not available.In announcing the honor, United WE stated, “United WE is proud to announce Brittany Mahomes as the inaugural recipient of the Champion for Change Award at our Champions for Change event at CPKS Stadium.”The organization highlighted her broader influence, adding, “Brittany Mahomes will be honored for the lasting economic and cultural impact she has made in Kansas City and beyond through her leadership, entrepreneurship, and investment in women’s professional sports.“An entrepreneur, investor, athlete, mother of three, and co-owner of the @kccurrent, Brittany has helped elevate women’s sports as both a cultural force and a growing economic engine — including through investment in the first stadium purpose-built for a women’s professional team.”Mahomes quietly shared the announcement on social media, allowing the recognition to speak for itself. The couple’s philanthropic work was also noted, emphasizing their foundation’s contributions to children’s health and opportunity in underserved communities.Brittany Mahomes' accolades continue to grow. The University of Texas at Tyler will put her in its Athletics Hall of Fame to honor her outstanding soccer career, which included record-setting offensive production and one of the best seasons in program history.As Patrick Mahomes works on getting better and getting back on the field, Brittany's growing influence off the field shows how committed the couple is to leadership, community, and making a difference that lasts.