March 29th 2024.
Mikaylah Williams, the talented freshman basketball player from Louisiana State University, has recently made headlines by signing a NIL deal with Jordan Brand. This exciting news was announced just in time to kick off the NCAA Tournament, with Jordan Brand sharing a picture of Williams and wishing her luck in the upcoming games.
According to Footwear News, Williams, who was recently named SEC Freshman of the Year, is now the third high school or college women's basketball player to join the Jordan Brand family. In a written statement, Williams expressed her gratitude and excitement for this opportunity, saying, "Signing with the Jordan Brand is an incredible opportunity and a blessing because it allows me to inspire young girls and contribute to the growth of women's basketball. It marks another milestone achieved in my journey."
Williams now joins her LSU teammates in securing a NIL deal, with Flau'jae Johnson signing with Puma and Angel Reese inking a deal with Reebok. She also joins other notable Jordan Brand athletes such as WNBA players Crystal Dangerfield, Dearica Hamby, and Rhyne Howard.
It's worth noting that Williams is not the first female basketball player to sign with Jordan Brand, as she joins the ranks of Kiki Rice from UCLA and Kiyomi McMiller from Life Center Academy in New Jersey, who were both signed back in October 2022. As Nike sponsors LSU, and Air Jordan has partnered with seven other colleges, including Florida, Houston, Howard, Michigan, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and UCLA, Williams is in good company as a Jordan Brand athlete.
Williams has been a standout player for LSU since the beginning of the season, entering the NCAA Tournament with impressive stats, averaging 14.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and three assists per game. She has also recorded seven games with over 20 points and one double-double during the regular season.
Overall, Williams' journey as a college basketball player has been nothing short of remarkable, and her new partnership with Jordan Brand is yet another milestone in her career. As she continues to inspire young girls and contribute to the growth of women's basketball, we can't wait to see what she achieves next on and off the court. Go Tigers!
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