Valkyries Have Advanced to WNBA Semifinals
The San Francisco team holds a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA playoffs.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Basketball
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The Valkyries have advanced to the WNBA semifinals for the first time in the team's history. San Francisco enters Game 3 of the series with a 2-0 lead against the Las Vegas Aces.
Why it matters
A win in Game 3 would guarantee the expansion franchise a spot in the WNBA finals after a highly successful second season in the league.
The Valkyries secured over 12,000 season ticket holders during their 2026 campaign. The team reports a season ticket renewal rate exceeding 90% for 2027.
The players
Valkyries
This San Francisco-based professional basketball team was established as a WNBA expansion franchise in 2025.
Las Vegas Aces
This professional basketball team competes in the WNBA and is currently facing the Valkyries in the semifinal playoff series.
The details
The franchise, founded by the WNBA in 2025, finished the 2026 season as the No. 2 seed. Home games at the Chase Center have consistently sold out throughout the 2025 and 2026 seasons.
Timeline
2025 marked the founding year of the Valkyries franchise.
The team finished the 2026 season with a 32-12 record.
The Valkyries play Game 3 of the semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces on Friday, October 9, 2026.
Season ticket renewals are currently underway for the 2027 season.
Season Trajectory
The Valkyries' swift advancement to the semifinals signals a rapid rise for the expansion franchise within the league hierarchy. This playoff run places the team in direct contention for a championship title during a season of significant growth for professional women's sports in the region.
A win in Game 3 on Friday will eliminate the Las Vegas Aces and secure a berth for the Valkyries in the WNBA finals. With sell-out crowds confirmed at Chase Center, the upcoming final round would require further ticket demand management for the local fan base.
The takeaway
The sustained sell-outs at Chase Center indicate that the Valkyries have successfully built a dedicated local fanbase in just two years. Consistent ticket renewals suggest long-term stability for the franchise as it prepares for high-stakes post-season play.
Further reading
For more updates on local playoff action, visit San Francisco Basketball.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Student Life.
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