Knighthead Capital, owners of Birmingham City Football Club, has acquired a significant stake in the Birmingham Panthers netball franchise.
The Panthers are one of two new teams who have entered the Netball Super League (NSL) in 2025 as it progresses towards professionalisation.
Knighthead took ownership of the Blues in 2023 and recently acquired the Birmingham Phoenix cricket team.
Buying the Panthers further demonstrates its commitment to Birmingham and the West Midlands.
“Our operations in Birmingham and the West Midlands are guided by the core principle that sport has a unique ability to bring people together,” said Thomas Wagner, co-founder and co-managing member of Knighthead Capital.
“Netball is a sport on the rise and adding it to our portfolio is another step towards our ultimate ambition, a Sports Quarter that will promote investment and create jobs, growth and opportunities at an unprecedented scale in East Birmingham.”
Alison Kay, co-founder of the Birmingham Panthers, added: “We are absolutely thrilled to have Knighthead’s support and belief in the Birmingham Panthers.
“This partnership marks a significant step forward, not only for our club but for the growth of netball as a whole. Their support will allow us to strengthen our foundations, expand our reach, and inspire the next generation of players and fans.
“It’s an exciting time for the sport, and we’re eager to see the impact this collaboration will have on both our team and the wider netball community.”
