US EditionWNBA ratings and attendance are still strong despite top stars missing games with injuries
WNBA games on ABC are up 17% in ratings and the new Golden State Valkyries have sold out all home games, boosting attendance despite injuries to star players.
- On Sunday, A'ja Wilson set a league record by becoming the first player to score at least 30 points and grab 20 rebounds in a single game, leading her team to victory against Connecticut.
- This achievement occurred amid a season marked by many top stars sidelined with injuries and strong fan engagement across the league.
- Despite injuries to stars like Clark, Stewart, and Collier, the WNBA has seen increased ratings with ESPN games up slightly and ABC games up 17%.
- Clark, sidelined for nearly a month due to a groin injury, emphasized her commitment to the team by stating she plans to attend all away games regardless of whether she can play, driven by a strong sense of responsibility to be involved.
- The Golden State Valkyries have attracted strong crowds this season, filling every home game with an average attendance exceeding 18,000, reflecting ongoing enthusiasm for the league despite some challenges.
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WNBA ratings, attendance still strong despite top stars missing games with injuries
By Doug Feinberg The Associated Press NEW YORK — Even with many of its top stars sidelined, the WNBA has still had strong ratings and attendance numbers this season. Injuries have kept Caitlin Clark, Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese out, but that hasn’t dampened fan interest in the league. ESPN games are up slightly over last season and games on ABC are up 17%. Attendance has also still been strong, thanks to the addition of the…
WNBA ratings, attendance still strong despite top stars missing games
Even with many of its top stars sidelined, the WNBA has still had strong ratings and attendance numbers this season. Injuries have kept Caitlin Clark, Breanna Stewart, Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese out, but that hasn’t dampened fan interest. ESPN…
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