April 15th 2025.
Lisa Leslie is absolutely beaming with pride as she celebrates a very special moment as a mom. Her daughter, Lauren Jolie Lockwood, is off to prom and Leslie couldn't be more proud. On April 13th, the WNBA legend took to Instagram to share a reel filled with heartwarming video clips and photos from the big night. Lauren looked absolutely stunning in a sleeveless red mermaid gown, complete with a sleek silver clutch as her accessory.
"And just like that...she was off to prom! My baby," Leslie captioned the post, clearly filled with joy and emotion. She also made sure to give credit to the "village" it took to make this night possible. #Classof2025, indeed.
The Instagram post showed clips of Lauren posing in front of a sparkling silver backdrop, surrounded by silver balloons that matched her color theme perfectly. Her date was all smiles as he joined in for photos with Lauren and her family, creating memories that will surely last a lifetime.
Leslie's husband, Michael Lockwood, played the role of proud chauffeur for the evening. He was right by his daughter's side, taking photos and even standing protectively behind her in one shot. It was a sweet reminder that Dad is always there, supporting his daughter every step of the way.
This Instagram post not only highlighted Leslie's pride as a mother, but also as a devoted family woman. This is a side of the four-time Olympic gold medalist that we don't often see on social media, as she is constantly traveling the globe, breaking barriers and inspiring others in the world of sports.
But behind the scenes, Leslie shares a beautiful love story with her husband. He is a former U.S. Air Force Academy basketball player and pilot, and the two tied the knot in 2005. They later welcomed their daughter, Lauren, in 2007 and their son, Michael II, in April 2010.
Lauren was born during a pivotal time in Leslie's career with the Los Angeles Sparks, and she retired just two years later. During Nike's Future 50 for Her event in 2022, Leslie opened up about the challenges of starting a family while still actively playing in the league.
"As mothers, you don't really get praised for carrying a child and still being able to do the jobs that we do," she shared during a panel. "Everybody has to hide it, and you're trying not to mess up your job. As a player, I got pregnant, and our team went from first place to last place, and that was really hard because you feel like you owe everybody so much."
Leslie's love for her family is evident in everything she does, and it's clear that they are her biggest support system. Along with being a phenomenal athlete and role model, she is also a devoted wife and mother, and that is something to be celebrated. It's no wonder that even LeBron James has given her props while chastising Gayle King over remarks about Kobe Bryant. Leslie truly is a remarkable woman in every aspect of her life.
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