SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — While the Golden State Warriors’ NBA postseason may end without star Stephen Curry playing Wednesday night, another professional basketball team’s regular season is just getting started in San Francisco.
The Golden State Valkyries will play at Chase Center against the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday, May 16 for their 2025 WNBA season opener.
On Wednesday, Valkyries team officials announced their final 12-player roster:
Carla Leite, jersey #0, guard, height 5’9″
Kayla Thornton, jersey #5, forward, height 6’1″
Stephanie Talbot, jersey #7, forward, height 6’2″
Janelle Salaün, jersey #13, forward, height 6’2″
Temi Fágbénlé, jersey #14, center, height 6’4″
Tiffany Hayes, jersey #15, guard, height 5’10”
Kate Martin, jersey #20, guard, height 6’0″
Veronica Burton, jersey #22, guard, height 5’9″
Cecilia Zandalasini, jersey #24, forward, height 6’2″
Monique Billings, jersey #25, forward, height 6’4″
Kyara Linskens, jersey #31, center, height 6’4″
Julie Vanloo, jersey #35, guard, height 5’8″
The Valkyries are the 13th WNBA franchise. Originating from Norse mythology, “Valkyries” are warrior women who are fearless and unwavering.
Friday’s season opening game will be followed by a home court matchup with the Washington Mystics on May 21. The team’s full game schedule at Chase Center can be viewed at valkyries.com.
SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — While the Golden State Warriors’ NBA postseason may end without star Stephen Curry playing Wednesday night, another professional basketball team’s regular season is just getting started in San Francisco. The Golden State Valkyries will play at Chase Center against the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday, May 16 for their 2025 WNBA […]
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