The Golden State Valkyries, founded as a new WNBA expansion team, showcased their large practice facility aiming to entice free agents. Despite having impressive resources, they have struggled to attract significant talent, facing challenges inherent to their startup status. Notable prospective players like Kelsey Plum and Courtney Vandersloot were courted but did not sign. As they build their roster, the Valkyries look to international players and prioritize strategic growth while recognizing limitations in securing big names early on.
We have unlimited resources to make this the best place in the world, but I think it is challenging. We are a startup.
We have put our best foot forward to talk to athletes and tell our story about where we are and where we're going.
We don’t have many assets to make moves for big signings, especially when it comes to trades for core-designated players.
The Valkyries' goal for their first year is to remain competitive, but understand there will be far more opportunities.
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