Valkyries News (Page 2)

Valkyries suffer more injuries in 81-72 loss to Mercury

August 22, 2025

The Valkyries have yet to figure out how to stop Alyssa Thomas.

Thomas, the queen of triple doubles, had the 17th of her great career and 6th this season. Thomas finished with 13 points, 12 rebounds and a career-high tying 16 assists as the Phoenix Mercury swept Golden State in all four games of...


Valkyries Roster of Eight Give Inspiring Effort, Fall to Mercury 98-91

August 19, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Nothing resonates more than a team that fights through tough circumstances with maximum effort and determination until the end.

The Golden State Valkyries showed inspiring fight and effort while unexpectedly short-handed, but the Phoenix Mercury closed strong to grind out a 98-91 w...


Four-Game Win Streak Snapped in Bruising Loss to Dream, 79-63

August 17, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Coach Nakase emphasized that the team’s goal is to make the playoffs and this game offered a glimpse of what that could look like, facing one of the league’s top teams with the appropriate level of playoff intensity.

On Sunday evening in Ballhalla, the Golden State Valkyries saw th...


Valkyries soar past the Sky, 90-59 to extend their four-game winning streak

August 15, 2025

Conventional wisdom says an expansion team often has a cool logo, fashionable uniforms, and a cute mascot. Other than that, don't expect the team to win many games and definitely do not plan on seeing any postseason games.

The Valkyries threw that script out the window and they continue to make hi...


Burton on Fire, Valkyries Hold Off Late Mystics Charge in 88-83 Victory

August 13, 2025

The night belonged to Veronica Burton, who continues to make her case for the WNBA's Most Improved Player.

Burton’s career-high 30 points on a blistering 10-for-13 shooting, including 6-for-9 from three-point range, powered the Golden State Valkyries to an 88-83 road win over the Washington Mystic...


Hayes, Valkyries Soar Past Sun 74-57 as New Mascot "Violet" Makes Flipping Debut

August 11, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — This game felt far from a typical regular-season matchup. Instead, it was a celebration of fresh beginnings and exciting possibilities ahead.

On Monday night, the Golden State Valkyries avenged their worst loss of the season from two weeks ago, routing the Connecticut Sun 74-57 at...


Burton & Zandalasini Contain Plum & Brink in Big Win Over Sparks, 72-59.

August 9, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — Big win, with big stars and supporters in the crowd. This is Golden State Valkyries basketball.

In front of yet another capacity crowd at Ballhalla, the Golden State Valkyries delivered a decisive 72-59 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks, securing not just their 15th win of the...


A'ja Wilson Schools Aces to Victory over Valkyries 78-72

August 6, 2025

SAN FRANCISCO — While many believe Napheesa Collier has emerged as the WNBA’s top player, A’ja Wilson made it clear she may not be ready to relinquish her crown just yet.

On a night when the Valkyries celebrated Back to School Night, it was A’ja Wilson handing out the lessons, leading the Las Vega...


Aces' Jewell Loyd comes alive, Ends Valkyries 3-Game Win Streak

August 3, 2025

Though the phrase "Any Given Sunday" is most often associated with the NFL, it's proving just as true in the WNBA.

On Sunday, the Golden State Valkyries concluded a grueling five-game, eight-day road swing with a 101-77 defeat to the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday afternoon at Michelob ULTRA Arena. They...


Shorthanded Valkyries with impressive 73-66 victory over the Chicago Sky

August 1, 2025

It was the first time in franchise history the Valkyries had to play in back-to-back games. The result with an injury depleted roster was the best case scenario: two straight wins following Golden State's triumph at Washington Mystics.

The Valkyries top players were missing: All-Star Kayla Thornto...