Angel Reese is proudly showing off her Baltimore roots with a bold “I’m From Baltimore” shirt while supporting her younger brother, Julian, during his pivotal March Madness game.
Reese, who hails from the vibrant city of Baltimore, is in San Francisco for the biggest moment of her brother’s basketball career.
Julian is a key player for the Maryland men’s basketball team, and he’s gearing up for the Sweet 16 showdown against Florida at the Chase Center on Thursday night.
Support for Brother Julian
As if her pride wasn’t clear enough, Angel is also sporting a second custom shirt that boldly reads “From Baltimore,” along with a striking image of Julian’s face.
The back of her undershirt showcases “JuJu Sister” in block letters, a nod to her sibling bond.
Angel’s Journey to Stardom
Angel Reese, who once played for the Maryland Terrapins under head coach Brenda Freese, transferred to LSU where she achieved global recognition.
Now, she’s a prominent star for the Chicago Sky in the WNBA, constantly representing her home state and her family.
Maryland’s Underdog Status
Heading into this matchup, Maryland is the underdog, surrounded by controversy.
Much of the attention has been on head coach Kevin Willard, who is rumored to be leaving the Terrapins to become the head coach at Villanova.
Despite this, the team is pushing forward with hopes of advancing further in the tournament.
Julian and Maryland’s Sweet 16 Bid
During warmups, Julian was seen rocking the same “I’m From Baltimore” shirt, showing his own pride and connection to his roots.
Maryland’s journey to the Sweet 16 has been a long one, with their last appearance in the round of 16 dating back to 2002, when they claimed the national championship under Gary Williams.
This marks the third time since then that Maryland has made it to the second weekend of the NCAA Tournament.
Reese’s Baltimore Roots
Before stepping into the spotlight at LSU and the WNBA, Angel Reese was a standout player at Saint Frances Academy in Baltimore, where she earned a spot as a McDonald’s All-American in 2020.
Her journey from high school powerhouse to national stardom reflects the pride she carries for her hometown.
What’s Next?
As both siblings continue to make waves in their respective basketball careers, fans are eager to see what’s next for the Reese family, with Maryland pushing for an upset in the Sweet 16 and Angel preparing for her sophomore season in the WNBA.