The WNBA is breaking records across the board with standout teams like the Indiana Fever and New York Liberty. But there’s one new team that only needed three WNBA games to steal the spotlight and the records: the Golden State Valkyries.
How the Valkyries are smashing attendance records in the WNBA
This Bay Area franchise is making WNBA history, becoming the first team to average over 18,000 fans across their first three home games. Their debut season hasn’t just met expectations—it’s shattered them.
Chase Center has hosted three straight sellouts, with 18,064 fans packing the arena each night, matching the attendance figures of their NBA counterparts, the Golden State Warriors.
Yes, you read that right. The Valkyries now average the exact same attendance as the Warriors did this past NBA season. And when you combine both leagues, they rank as a Top 15 team in total attendance across the NBA and WNBA—a statistic that speaks volumes.
The Golden State Valkyries have arrived
Trailing just behind are the Indiana Fever, pulling in more than 16,700 fans per game, followed by the New York Liberty, drawing over 16,000 per night. Rounding out the top five are the Las Vegas Aces and LA Sparks, but it’s the Valkyries that have captured national attention.
Some might assume the Valkyries’ record numbers are just a fluke or first-game curiosity. But the consistency proves otherwise. With over 22,000 season ticket deposits and more than 10,000 confirmed season ticket holders, the interest is deep, real, and lasting.
What the Valkyries’ WNBA records mean for the future of the league
Their success isn’t just a Bay Area phenomenon—it’s part of a much bigger picture: women’s sports are thriving. From sold-out arenas to soaring jersey sales, the public is not only watching—they’re showing up in record numbers.
The Valkyries’ attendance record isn’t just good for business; it’s great for the game. And it’s showing the sports world that when given the stage, women’s basketball delivers.