‘All in, all the time': How the Valkyries redefined what's elite in the WNBA

Yahoo Sports·October 17, 2026 at 12:00 PM

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The Valkyries are the greatest expansion experience in sports. From winning games to ignoring trolls, Golden State's first employee explains how the franchise dared to bet on its own excellence.

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