“Hello,” Brittany Mahomes’ voice rang out, followed by a chorus of giggles from inside a turquoise and yellow tent. It was just another day in the Mahomes household, where NFL stardom meets toddler shenanigans. But this particular morning held more significance than most.

Just hours after cheering on the Kansas City Current to a thrilling 1-0 victory over Atlético de Madrid in The Women’s Cup final, Brittany treated her followers to a slice of domestic chaos. Her Instagram story showcased Sterling, 3, and Bronze, 20 months, in what started as a heartwarming sibling moment. “Had a fam breakfast date this morning and could they get any cuter,” Brittany captioned a snap of Sterling hugging her little brother.

But the love fest was short-lived. The next frame caught Sterling with her arms wrapped around Bronze’s neck, prompting Brittany’s humorous caption: “quickly turned into a choke hold.” This playful peek into the Mahomes household came on the heels of a momentous night for Kansas City sports. On August 17, the KC Current, co-owned by Patrick and Brittany Mahomes, clinched The Women’s Cup championship at CPKC Stadium. Debinha’s 13th-minute strike proved enough for the 1-0 win, securing the Current’s first-ever trophy. The victory was made even sweeter by the star-studded cheering section in attendance.

Patrick Mahomes, fresh from the Chiefs‘ preseason game against the Detroit Lions, swapped his red jersey for a KC Current cap. He wasn’t alone in this quick turnaround. Travis Kelce, Creed Humphrey, Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Isiah Pacheco, and Justin Watson joined the Mahomes clan to root for the Current. The team’s Instagram captured the moment perfectly: “Teal Town 🤝 Red Kingdom. We had a few champions stop by to say hello @chiefs 🩵❤️ #KCBABY | #ChiefsKingdom.”

As the final whistle blew, the roar from the stands was deafening. Patrick and his teammates celebrated as if they’d just won the Super Bowl. Kelce, in particular, was a sight to behold, cheering with the same intensity he brings to fourth-down conversions. It was a night where Kansas City’s sporting royalty came together, blurring the lines between football and soccer, and showcasing the city’s united passion for sports.

Chiefs’ influence ripples through Kansas City’s sporting scene

The Chiefs’ presence at the KC Current game wasn’t just a casual outing. It symbolized a growing cross-pollination of Kansas City’s sports culture. Patrick Mahomes, who joined the Current’s ownership group in 2023, summed it up best in March: “It’s been remarkable to be in this stadium and see the fans. I feel like I’m at Arrowhead. That’s the type of vibe I’m having here.”

This sentiment echoes the broader impact the Chiefs have had on Kansas City’s sporting landscape. The Current’s new CPKC Stadium, the first built specifically for women’s professional sports in the U.S., stands as a testament to this influence. “We wanted to build a stadium to match that talent,” Mahomes told ESPN in March, referring to the NWSL players. “To have it here in Kansas City as the first women ‘s-specific, women’s only stadium, I think it’s the start of something that will take off throughout the rest of the world.”

The Chiefs’ support goes beyond mere presence. Their star power helps amplify the Current’s visibility and success. The Women’s Cup victory, witnessed by NFL royalty, elevates the profile of women’s soccer in Kansas City and beyond. It’s a virtuous cycle where the success of one team lifts the entire sporting community.

The Current’s success is no fluke either. Coach Andonovski’s squad had been on a tear, averaging an eye-popping three goals per game while conceding just 0.4 in their recent international tournaments. This momentum carried into their 2024 season opener, where they outgunned the Portland Thorns in a 5-4 thriller. In that match, 16-year-old Alexandra Pfeiffer made history as the youngest goal scorer in NWSL history.

As the Mahomes family continues to juggle their roles as sports icons and parents, one thing is clear: in Kansas City, the spirit of champions knows no boundaries. From Patrick’s behind-the-back passes to Debinha’s match-winning strikes, from Sterling’s tent giggles to Bronze’s first words, it’s all part of a larger narrative of excellence, both on and off the field. And at the heart of it all? A family that reminds us that even sports royalty sometimes has to referee the occasional sibling squabble.