Memphis rapper and entrepreneur Mario “Yo Gotti” Mims is dipping his toes into pro sports team ownership, recently becoming a member of D.C. United.
You may know Yo Gotti from hits like: “Down in the DM”, “Rake it up”, and “Put a date on it”, now he’ll be known as a sports team owner.
“I was introduced to the game by my son and watched how quickly it has grown in our country, so I’m honored to join the D.C. United ownership group,” said Yo Gotti. “I’ve long admired Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan’s ambition and entrepreneurship and look forward to collaborating with them – and the entire ownership group – to further elevate D.C. United’s commitment to connecting soccer, entertainment, community, and culture. Together, we’re going to enhance fan experience and bring new and exciting events to Audi Field.”
Gotti joins Adam Gerry, Jake Silverstein, and Joe Mamo in this latest round of ownership, along with NFL Player Mark Ingram II who announced his ownership stake earlier in the year.
About DC United
One of the founding clubs of Major League Soccer in 1996, D.C. United are among the most decorated teams in the United States with 13 domestic and international trophies.
