Athlete Tech Investor: Leah Williamson Joins Toca Football as Equity Stakeholder.
Exciting news for athlete investors! Leah Williamson, the captain of the English national football team, has made her first equity investment in TOCA Football. Toca Football is a tech-supported football training company that operates across North America and is expanding into sports entertainment complexes.
In this venture, Williamson will be partnering specifically with TOCA Social the division responsible for the company's dining and gamified sports venues. Imagine Topgolf, but for football, complete with food, drinks, and interactive simulators. The first Toca Social location opened last year in London, and another one is set to open in Birmingham, England, with additional locations planned across the UK.
While the financial details and Williamson's stake in the company have not been disclosed, it's worth noting that she joins England football captain Harry Kane as an investor in Toca Football. Williamson expressed her excitement about partnering with a company she believes in and can contribute to its growth. She recognizes the importance of making investments for the future and wants to ensure that she aligns with the right companies.
Toca Football's is an official training partner of Major League Soccer, with indoor training centers across the U.S. and Canada. Currently, Toca's presence in the UK is primarily through Toca Social, but the company has ambitious plans to expand with 20 social venues throughout the country in the next decade.
One of the key aspects of Williamson's involvement will be her efforts to increase women's participation in football and enhance the Toca Social experience for women. Her commitment to football and empowering young women makes her the perfect partner for Toca, according to Alex Harman, the president of Toca Social.
This partnership between Leah Williamson and Toca Football promises exciting prospects for both athlete investors and those passionate about football. Stay tuned for more updates as they work together to drive innovation and inclusivity in the world of sports.