The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA’s first expansion team in 17 years, made headlines when Natalie Nakase became the first Asian-American head coach. Nakase's unconventional journey from a walk-on at UCLA to professional leagues, and then coaching in the NBA led her to this pivotal role. In her initial season, Nakase emphasizes gradual improvement for her team, focusing on the daily process while adapting to the new challenges of head coaching. Her efforts stem from a blend of personal experiences and the influence of numerous mentors, shaping her coaching philosophy and goals for the Valkyries.
"We are a brand-new team, it's going to take time and so I'm really allowing our girls space to process the season day by day."
"I'm trying to get them to get the mindset of, let's just get 1% better every single day, just be in control of what we can control."
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