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.

The Golden State Valkyries struggled on both sides of the court in their matchup against the reigning WNBA champions, the New York Liberty, losing in their first game of the week.

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

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.

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.

The expansion Valkyries have been surprisingly frisky, even though none of their 2025 WNBA Draft picks are currently on the roster.