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How Kayla Thornton became a WNBA All-Star, Valkyries’ best player
Golden State Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton, a WNBA veteran, on becoming an All-Star for first time: ‘It’s a blessing’
Valkyries All-Star Sends Message Before Playing for Caitlin Clark’s Team
The stars are out in Indianapolis. WNBA All-Star weekend is almost upon us, and the festivities are only just beginning. The weekend's events kick off Friday w
How WNBA All-Star Kayla Thornton, the best player on league's most surprising team, made a home with Valkyries
Kayla Thornton's professional basketball journey has spanned more than a decade and taken her to eight countries (and one territory) to play for more than a dozen teams. It wasn't until last year that she was drafted for the first time.
Kayla Thornton looking forward to first ever WNBA All-Star Game
Former UTEP women’s basketball star and Irvin High School graduate Kayla Thornton is looking forward the first WNBA All-Star Game of her career on Saturday night. Thornton is having the best season of her career in 2025.
Kayla Thornton ready for first career WNBA All-Star Game
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Kayla Thornton's Secret Romance: Valkyrie Star's Mystery Man
WNBA champion. The post Who Is Kayla Thornton Dating? All About Valkyrie Star's Current Relationship and Rumored Husband appeared first on EssentiallySports.
Kayla Thornton and the Golden State Valkyries have been the perfect match
But when the Liberty had to pick six players to protect from the Golden State Valkyries' expansion draft, Thornton was left unprotected. Presumably, the organization chose to protect Sabina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart,
How Janelle Salaün wound up with Valkyries when she had her pick of the WNBA
After Janelle Salaün went undrafted in 2021, she quickly made WNBA teams regret that. Her choice to sign with the Golden ...
Valkyries activate French center Iliana Rupert
Golden State Valkyries activate French center Iliana Rupert, who is set to join the team after the All-Star break ...
How the Golden State Valkyries became the WNBA’s breakout expansion team
Valkyries president Jess Smith shares how the new WNBA team broke season ticket records, built a loyal fan base, and ...
Nneka Ogwumike moves into 6th place on WNBA’s all-time scoring list as Storm beat Valkyries 67-58
Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points to move into sixth place on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list and the Seattle Storm beat the ...
Heartbreaker: Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas hits game-winning free throw in final seconds to down Valkyries’ comeback
But on a crucial defensive possession, the Valkyries got discombobulated and fouled Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas at the ...
Valkyries could have massive reinforcements coming after All-Star Break
The Golden State Valkyries are on track to be the best first-year WNBA team of all time, and they're getting a huge new ...
Dallas Wings Coach Has 1-Word Message Before Valkyries Game
The Dallas Wings are looking to correct course. The Wings are sitting at the bottom of the WNBA with a 6-17 record, in a ...
Golden State Valkyries now favored to accomplish a WNBA first after starting season as long shots
No WNBA expansion team has ever made the playoffs. Only one has had a winning season. The Valkyries could do both.
Valkyries’ Natalie Nakase demands “consistency” after controversial ending vs Mercury
The Valkyries lost a to the Mercury after a controversial ending and after the game head coach Natalie Nakase had one word on ...
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Migna Touré's Contract Crisis: Valkyries Deal Sparks Sun Drama
It was Migna Toure who guided the Golden State Valkyries to their first win as a new franchise. The post Migna Touré Contract ...