Women's professional basketball is back in the bay. This Oakland legend never left.
Briefly

With the arrival of the Golden State Valkyries, Anna Johnson, a pioneering figure in women's basketball, expresses excitement for the team's inaugural season. As the first professional female player from the Bay Area who played for the short-lived San Francisco Pioneers, Johnson reflects on her journey and aims to stress the importance of acknowledging the legacy of women's basketball in the area. Her enthusiasm is a blend of anticipation and a desire for recognition of those who paved the way for current players.
"Oh, I wonder what it's gonna be like that first day! I’m already fussing at the people about my tickets on my phone."
"We’re the unknown. Let me give you some knowledge."
Read at The Oaklandside
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