Charlotte Crown

Women's professional basketball team based in Charlotte, NC. Inaugural franchise of the UpShot League (debuted May 2026), a WNBA-pipeline league. Operated by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment (same group as the Charlotte Checkers and Gastonia Ghost Peppers). Head coach Trisha Stafford-Odom. Opened inaugural season May 21, 2026 vs. Jacksonville Waves. Website crownupshot.com. Media: Zawyer Sports (Nick Niedzielski, Cristiano Simonetta).