It was announced on Wednesday that the Golden State Valkyries sold 10,000 season tickets in one year. Consider this an expansion team that lacks superstars. This demonstrates that women’s basketball is gaining popularity and excitement. San Francisco loves basketball, as evidenced by the Golden State Warriors winning seven championships. This enthusiasm has translated to women’s basketball.
The Valkyries will debut this season under their first head coach, Natalie Nakase, who was an assistant with the two-time champions, the Las Vegas Aces. The Valkyries will also share the Chase Center with the Warriors. According to the team, they have received 22,000 deposits for season tickets without having played a single game. In fact, the team hasn’t yet opened single-game ticket sales.
The excitement surrounding this team is outstanding to witness, and it is evidence that women’s basketball is evolving in all aspects. With a young group, it will take time for the team to develop and achieve success. However, with gritty players like Kate Martin, Tiffany Hayes, and Temi Fagbenle, the team will be in good hands for years to come. Selling thousands of season tickets ahead of the season is historic, and it is a beautiful moment to experience during this time.
The Golden State Valkyries will open their season against the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday, May 16, at 10:00 pm ET.
