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Laura Marie Ricketts (born December 15, 1967) is an American political activist and former attorney who is co-owner of the Chicago Cubs and the Chicago Red Stars. Ricketts is also a board member of Lambda Legal and the Housing Opportunities for Women organization.
Sep 1, 2023 · Ricketts spearheaded an investment group that officially became the new owner of the Chicago Red Stars on Friday after approval from the National Women’s Soccer League Board of Governors. The Red...
Jun 23, 2022 · Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts holds a rare position within men’s professional sports leagues. She is one of a few women currently at the ownership level. And as chairman of...
Aug 15, 2023 · CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts is leading a group that has agreed to purchase the National Women’s Soccer League’s Chicago Red Stars. Ricketts said Tuesday in a statement she is “honored” to lead a group comprised mostly of female Chicago business leaders purchasing the team.
Jun 17, 2023 · Pride Month: Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts says she has ‘responsibility’ to represent gay community. The first openly gay owner of a major American sports team seeks to share her experience ‘that other people just don’t have’ following MLB’s recent controversies. By Maddie Lee. Jun 17, 2023, 5:00am PDT.
Sep 1, 2023 · CHICAGO (AP) — The National Women’s Soccer League formally approved the sale of the Chicago Red Stars to an ownership group led by Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts. The league’s Board of Governors unanimously approved the $60 million deal Friday.
Sep 8, 2023 · The long limbo for the Chicago Red Stars has finally ended — and in a fitting fashion. The team won its first match under new ownership, led by Laura Ricketts, with a 2-0 win over the...
Feb 12, 2024 · Laura Ricketts. The activist and sports team owner, 56, on her family, media scrutiny, and that World Series win. Interview by Mike Thomas. Illustration by QuickHoney.
Jun 17, 2023 · Laura Ricketts has Sky-high aspirations. Cubs co-owner looks to bring the experience she gained with the Cubs to the city’s WNBA franchise. By Annie Costabile and Maddie Lee. Jun 16, 2023, 6:24pm PDT.
Aug 15, 2023 · CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Cubs co-owner Laura Ricketts is leading a group that has agreed to purchase the National Women's Soccer League's Chicago Red Stars. Ricketts said Tuesday in a...
