The Golden State Valkyries’ inaugural season has been a success so far, on and off the court alike. That is great news for the WNBA.

Kate Martin and her Golden State Valkyries faced off against the Washington Mystics on Wednesday, May 21. See her full stat line here.

Kaitlyn Chen, Laeticia Amihere, Migna Touré among notable players who did not make the WNBA expansion team’s roster

What followed was a 95-67 blowout victory over the Golden State Valkyries, which kept the Liberty undefeated in the 2025 season. The Valkyries, the WNBA’s newest franchise, are in their inaugural season after an offseason of signings and an expansion draft. The lack of starpower was on full display Tuesday.

The WNBA broadcast rotation can be confusing, especially as it expands its presence. Here’s our 2025 guide for the Golden State Valkyries.

Golden State's roster includes notable WNBA veterans like guard Tiffany Hayes, forward Kayla Thornton, center Temi Fagbenle, guard Julie Vanloo, guard Kate Martin and guard Veronica Burton. Jocytė went to Golden State with the fifth overall 2025 WNBA Draft selection.

Caitlin Clark’s Fever are scheduled to play the Valkyries on June 19 at Chase Center in the WNBA superstar’s first visit to the Bay Area.

Former Clippers assistant Natalie Nakase helped the Aces win two WNBA titles. Now she's in her first season as the head coach of the Valkyries.