Golden State wins first WNBA title in franchise history in thrilling Game 7 victory over Atlanta

Valkyries win historic WNBA title

SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Valkyries are WNBA champions, and they have Gabby Williams to thank.

Golden State Valkyries MVP Gabby Williams reflects on WNBA title

Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams led her team to their 68-63 Game 7 victory against the Atlanta Dream, which earned them their first WNBA championship title.

Gabby Williams, WNBA champ, on her LGBTQ+ advocacy and her Oakland roots

Gabby Williams, WNBA champ, on her LGBTQ+ advocacy and her Oakland roots Williams, named MVP of the championship series against the Atlanta Dream, has gained a reputation as an out and outspoken athlete.

Golden State Valkyries Make WNBA History With Championship

The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68–63 in a thrilling Game 7 on October 31, 2026, to capture their first WNBA championship. They also made history by becoming the first WNBA expansion team to win a title in just their second season. The Seattle Storm held the previous record, winning it in their fifth season, in 2004.

It just takes great energy — and Gabby Williams

SAN FRANCISCO — Only two years into their existence, the Golden State Valkyries have won a WNBA championship. They did it with their typical grit and determination, and some sensational shooting from Gabby Williams.

Valkyries capture WNBA title

On a night when Gabby Williams scored 30 points, the WNBA staged its first Game 7 in a championship series and the Golden State Valkyries captured their first title, strength in numbers was credited with propelling the second-year club to…