Milwaukee Brewers and Nolan Ryan invest in AUSL softball
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 3:05 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League announced new investments from the Milwaukee Brewers and Nolan Ryan on June 4, days before its second season kicks off on June 9. Brewers owner Mark Attanasio and Ryan, alongside his partners at Ryan Sanders Baseball, are significantly investing in the league. This development builds on existing MLB interest in AUSL, which includes support from Kevin Durant. AUSL is expanding from its inaugural season to six teams in dedicated markets, including Round Rock, Texas, where the Texas Volts will play. The league aims to capitalize on rising popularity in women's sports, especially with increased viewership noted during the Women's College World Series.
- •Milwaukee Brewers invest as first MLB club in AUSL
- •Nolan Ryan joins as a key investor
- •AUSL's second season begins on June 9
- •Six teams will play in dedicated markets
- •Increased interest in women's sports supports AUSL growth
- 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Athletes Unlimited Softball League's latest investment group includes Brewers owner Mark Attanasio
- 2:01 PMYahoo Sports — Milwaukee Brewers, Nolan Ryan among new investors in AUSL softball
"Milwaukee Brewers principal owner Mark Attanasio and Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan are part of the latest investment group for the Athletes Unlimited Softball League as it heads into its second season. AUSL announced on Thursday a new group of strategic investors that was led by the Brewers and Ryan Sanders Baseball. This makes the Brewers the first Major League Baseball team to invest directly in the AUSL.
"Days before its second full season, AUSL is getting an influx of cash. The Milwaukee Brewers and Nolan Ryan are among new investors in pro softball.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 3:05 PMAthletes Unlimited Softball League's latest investment group includes Brewers owner Mark Attanasio
Milwaukee Brewers principal owner Mark Attanasio and Hall of Fame pitcher Nolan Ryan are part of the latest investment group for the Athletes Unlimited Softball League as it heads into its second season. AUSL announced on Thursday a new group of strategic investors that was led by the Brewers and Ryan Sanders Baseball. This makes the Brewers the first Major League Baseball team to invest directly in the AUSL.
- Yahoo SportsJun 4, 2026, 2:01 PMMilwaukee Brewers, Nolan Ryan among new investors in AUSL softball
Days before its second full season, AUSL is getting an influx of cash. The Milwaukee Brewers and Nolan Ryan are among new investors in pro softball.
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