The Golden State Valkyries captured the WNBA championship with a Game 7 victory over the Atlanta Dream on October 31, 2026, at Chase Center in San Francisco. The win cemented the expansion franchise's status as what observers called "the best startup ever" in women's professional sports.
The triumph underscored the impact of investment in women's sports, with the team's success embodying the sentiment: “This is what happens when you invest in women’s sports.” The Valkyries' inaugural season culminated in a title, marking a historic milestone for the league and the franchise.
