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Yahoo
06-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
McDonald's scores with Angel Reese Special: Here's what's in it
A basketball star has a new way for you to fuel up at the Golden Arches. On Jan. 30, McDonald's announced a partnership with basketball champion, entrepreneur and fashion icon Angel Reese to drop the Angel Reese Special. This marks McDonald's first national meal collab with a female athlete. Starting Feb. 10, folks can score a BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese featuring a new Bold BBQ Sauce, fries and a choice of drink, care of ESPYs 2023 Best Breakthrough Athlete herself. McDonald's says that the new smoky Bold BBQ Sauce is a 'gamechanger' that adds a fresh twist on classic ingredients. Reese's colleagues in college and professional ball had nothing but good vibes to share with the Chicago Sky forward in an announcement post on Instagram. This includes her own team's account, which exclaimed, 'McBarbie!!!!' 'Let's gooooo!!' wrote LSU's Aalyah Del Rosario. 'Can't WAIT!' said New York Liberty Forward Breanna Stewart, and Brittney Grinder added, 'BBQ & BACON! I'm ready @angelreese5.' 'ONE OF ONE !!!!🔥🔥🔥,' added Dallas Wings Guard DiJonai Carrington. Reese said in the press release that McDonald's has always been a big part of her life, from eating there as a kid to being named a McDonald's All American in 2020. 'It's really a dream come true to be the first-ever female athlete to have my own meal and be a part of McDonald's amazing basketball legacy,' Reese said. 'I hope the Angel Reese Special inspires young athletes everywhere to never give up on pursuing their dreams.' News of this collab comes after a Jan. 6 announcement that McDonald's would be rolling back some of its diversity, equity and inclusion policies. In an email to McDonald's owner/operators, company employees and suppliers worldwide, the executive team said that the fast-food giant would retire aspirational representation goals, no longer require suppliers to commit to certain DEI targets, stop participating in external surveys that measure diversity efforts and rename its diversity team to the Global Inclusion Team. This article was originally published on
USA Today
31-01-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Unrivaled live updates: Angel Reese, Rose vs. Phantom; Lunar Owls vs. Laces in 4-0 battle
Unrivaled live updates: Angel Reese, Rose vs. Phantom; Lunar Owls vs. Laces in 4-0 battle Show Caption Hide Caption WNBA multi-team trade sends Kelsey Plum to LA Sparks with Cameron Brink Mackenzie Salmon breaks down the multi-team WNBA trade that sends Kelsey Plum to the Sparks, Jewel Loyd to the Aces, and the Storm with draft picks. MEDLEY, Fla. – One of the busiest weeks in the WNBA offseason will gain more steam as Unrivaled women's basketball kicks off its third weekend on Friday night. Angel Reese and the Rose will face Sabrina Ionescu, Brittney Griner and the Phantom in the first of two games at 7:15 p.m. ET Then, Unrivaled's undefeated teams will fight for first place when Napheesa Collier and the Lunar Owls face Kayla McBride, Tiffany Hayes and the Laces in the second game at 8:30 p.m. ET. Here's everything you need to know about tonight's Unrivaled games, and stay tuned here for live updates from USA TODAY Sports: Unrivaled is available on cable television on TNT in the United States, and TSN+ in Canada. It is also available to live stream on Max, YouTube and Sling TV. Watch: Unrivaled games on Sling TV Collier, the Minnesota Lynx star and Unrivaled league co-founder, has been Unrivaled's best player, averaging 28.5 points and 13 rebounds during the first two weeks. Along with Allisha Grey and Skylar Diggins-Smith, the Lunar Owls are off to a 4-0 start and lead the league in scoring (78.0 points per game) and assists (14.3) with the fewest turnovers (4.8). McBride (25.5 ppg) and Hayes (20.0) are the second- and third-leading scorers in Unrivaled for the Laces, who also started 4-0. They're second in scoring (75.8), but first in rebounding (39.0). The Rose and Phantom each got their first wins of the season last weekend over the Mist, but both have 1-3 records. Reese had 17 points and seven rebounds in her last outing in a 71-66 loss to the Laces last week, while Griner and Satou Sabally each had 29 points in their win over the Mist last week. Ionescu will return to action after attending the NBA Paris Games last week. Sabally is the sixth-leading scorer in Unrivaled (17.8 ppg), while Kahleah Copper leads the Rose (16.0 ppg, ranked 11th). McDonald's announced a collaboration this week with Reese, the second-year WNBA star of the Chicago Sky and one of women's basketball youngest and most popular players. Starting Feb. 10, you can order the Angel Reese Special, which includes a BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese topped with a new BBQ sauce, plus French fries and a drink. WNBA free agency, offseason takes flight The Unrivaled games come during a blockbuster week where several WNBA players will be on the move next season. What is Unrivaled? Unrivaled – the new women's basketball league started by WNBA stars Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart – will play its inaugural season from January to mid-March. Six teams with 36 of the best women's basketball players in the world, including Sabrina Ionescu and Brittney Griner, will compete in the 3-on-3, full court games for the next nine weeks. Games will be played at Wayfair Arena in Medley, Florida, which is in the Miami metropolitan area, about 7 miles from Miami International Airport. Laces: Stefanie Dolson, Tiffany Hayes, Natisha Hiedeman (relief player contract), Kate Martin, Kayla McBride, Alyssa Thomas, Jackie Young. Stefanie Dolson, Tiffany Hayes, Natisha Hiedeman (relief player contract), Kate Martin, Kayla McBride, Alyssa Thomas, Jackie Young. Lunar Owls: Shakira Austin, Napheesa Collier, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Allisha Gray, Courtney Williams, Cameron Brink (IR). Shakira Austin, Napheesa Collier, Skylar Diggins-Smith, Allisha Gray, Courtney Williams, Cameron Brink (IR). Mist: DiJonai Carrington, Aaliyah Edwards, Rickea Jackson, Jewell Loyd, NaLyssa Smith (relief player contract), Breanna Stewart, Courtney Vandersloot. DiJonai Carrington, Aaliyah Edwards, Rickea Jackson, Jewell Loyd, NaLyssa Smith (relief player contract), Breanna Stewart, Courtney Vandersloot. Phantom: Natasha Cloud, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, Marina Mabrey, Satou Sabally, Katie Lou Samuelson. Natasha Cloud, Brittney Griner, Sabrina Ionescu, Marina Mabrey, Satou Sabally, Katie Lou Samuelson. Rose: Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Lexie Hull, Angel Reese, Azura Stevens, Brittney Sykes. Kahleah Copper, Chelsea Gray, Lexie Hull, Angel Reese, Azura Stevens, Brittney Sykes. Vinyl: Aliyah Boston, Rae Burrell, Jordin Canada, Dearica Hamby, Rhyne Howard, Arike Ogunbowale. We occasionally recommend interesting products and services. If you make a purchase by clicking one of the links, we may earn an affiliate fee. USA TODAY Network newsrooms operate independently, and this doesn't influence our coverage.
The Independent
30-01-2025
- Business
- The Independent
McDonald's is launching a special Angel Reese meal — here's how to claim it
McDonald's is launching a special meal in honor of WNBA star Angel Reese. The fast food chain announced on Thursday (January 30) that it will be releasing a new deal for a limited time: The Angel Reese Special. The meal includes McDonald's signature BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with cheese. The sandwich is paired with a McDonald's Medium fries and a medium Hi-C Orange Lavaburst. However, customers can order the special with another soft drink of their choice. According to USA Today, the special will be available in U.S. restaurants starting on February 10, for a limited time. This deal also marks McDonadl's first national meal collaboration with a female athlete. 'McDonald's has always been a big part of my life, from grabbing a McChicken Sandwich as a kid to being named a McDonald's All American in 2020,' Reese said in a statement, referring to her part in McDonald's All American Games, which celebrate a future generation of basketball stars. 'It's really a dream come true to be the first-ever female athlete to have my own meal and be a part of McDonald's amazing basketball legacy. I hope the Angel Reese Special inspires young athletes everywhere to never give up on pursuing their dreams,' she concluded. The Vice President of Marketing at McDonald's, Jennifer 'JJ' Healan also issued a statement, saying she sees the 'real connection between McDonald's and basketball fans.' 'We want to continue to fuel their love for the game and support athletes on and off the court,' Healan said. 'We're excited to bring our legacy with basketball culture to a new generation, and partnering with Angel is only the beginning.' Reese's collaboration with McDonald's was announced as she's been in Miami during her offseason to compete in Unrivaled, the new 3-on-3 women's basketball league. The league features 36 of the best players in the WNBA, including the two co-founders, Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier, whose teams played against each other on opening night, January 17. The games will run until March 17 and are being held in Miami. McDonald's is welcoming a slew of special deals in 2025. The McValue menu, which includes a beloved $5 Meal Deal, has been extended until at least summer 2025. The deal gives customers the choice of a McDouble or McChicken sandwich, a small fries, four-piece chicken nuggets, and a small soft drink — all, of course, for the price of $5. The brand also has a 'Buy One, Add One for $1' special on the menu, where customers can buy one full-price item and then get a second item for $1. Customers won't have to get the same two items on the menu; they can mix and match two things from these breakfast options: Sausage McMuffin, Sausage Biscuit, Sausage Burrito, and Hashbrowns. The lunch and dinner options for the 'Buy One, Add for $1' deal include six-piece Chicken McNuggets, Double Cheeseburger, McChicken, and small fries.
USA Today
30-01-2025
- Business
- USA Today
McDonald's makes Angel Reese its first female athlete to get special meal, coming Feb. 10
WNBA star Angel Reese has scored a spicy special at McDonald's. Starting Feb. 10, you can order the Angel Reese Special, which includes a BBQ Bacon Quarter Pounder with Cheese topped with a new BBQ sauce, plus French fries and a drink. Reese is an appropriate choice for the fast-food chain's first national meal collaboration with a female athlete. "McDonald's has always been a big part of my life, from grabbing a McChicken Sandwich as a kid to being named a McDonald's All American in 2020," Reese said in a press release announcing the meal. "It's really a dream come true to be the first-ever female athlete to have my own meal and be a part of McDonald's amazing basketball legacy. I hope the Angel Reese Special inspires young athletes everywhere to never give up on pursuing their dreams," said Reese, who is currently playing for the Rose Basketball Club in the new three-on-three Unrivaled league. Buffalo Wild Wings:Free wings if Super Bowl goes to overtime Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. The new smoky Bold BBQ Sauce is a "gamechanger," which brings a blend of "sweet, savory and a touch of spice," McDonald's says in the press release. The price of the Angel Reese Special is determined by each individual restaurant and may vary based on location, the company said. Working with Reese continues the "real connection between McDonald's and basketball fans,' said Jennifer 'JJ' Healan, vice president of marketing, brand, content and culture at McDonald's, in a statement. 'We want to continue to fuel their love for the game and support athletes on and off the court," Healan said. "We're excited to bring our legacy with basketball culture to a new generation, and partnering with Angel is only the beginning.' While awaiting the arrival of the Angel Reese Special, McDonald's fans can order its $5 Meal Deal or from its new budget-friendly McValue menu, which has a "Buy One, Add One for $1" deal netting you one full-priced menu item and another for $1. Follow Mike Snider on Threads, Bluesky and X: mikegsnider &@ &@mikesnider. What's everyone talking about? Sign up for our trending newsletter to get the latest news of the day
