Valkyries Rising: The Hoops, Heart and History of Golden State's First WNBA Season

Witness History in the Making

The Golden State Valkyries shattered every expectation in their inaugural WNBA season, transforming Chase Center into "Ballhalla" — where 18,000 voices roared as one. From Kate Martin's electrifying three-pointers to Veronica Burton's masterful command of the court, this debut season was pure Bay Area magic.

The San Francisco Chronicle captures every thrilling moment in this exclusive 128-page hardcover commemorative book — your piece of Bay Area basketball history and a must-have keepsake for every Valkyries fan.

Inside the Book

• 128 pages, hardcover
• Stunning photography and insider stories from SF Chronicle journalists
• Covers the full inaugural season — regular season and playoffs
• Relive the standing ovations, hard-fought wins, and the birth of Violet the Raven
• The story of how the Bay Area fell in love with the Valkyries