Point Guard: Kate Martin
Age: 24 (from Las Vegas Aces)
A hardworking floor general known for her winning mentality, Martin brings leadership and valuable experience from her collegiate career at Iowa and time with Las Vegas, despite limited WNBA minutes.
Shooting Guard: Julie Vanloo
Age: 31 (from Washington Mystics)
A seasoned Belgian national team star, Vanloo offers playmaking, scoring, and international experience, making her a versatile backcourt presence.
Small Forward: Kayla Thornton
Age: 32 (from New York Liberty)
A defensive standout and recent WNBA champion, Thornton adds grit, leadership, and a winning pedigree to the Valkyries’ lineup.
Power Forward: Cecilia Zandalasini
Age: 28 (from Minnesota Lynx)
A sharpshooter with a stellar 44.3% three-point shooting rate last season, Zandalasini provides perimeter scoring and championship experience.
Center: Temi Fagbenle
Age: 32 (from Indiana Fever)
Coming off a career-best season, Fagbenle brings elite shot-blocking, rebounding, and a strong interior presence on both ends of the court.
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Depth Chart
Guards:
Kate Martin (Aces)
Julie Vanloo (Mystics)
Carla Leite (Wings)
Veronica Burton (Sun)
Forwards:
Kayla Thornton (Liberty)
Cecilia Zandalasini (Lynx)
Monique Billings (Mercury)
Stephanie Talbot (Sparks)
Maria Conde (Sky)
Centers:
Temi Fagbenle (Fever)
Iliana Rupert (Dream)
Notable Reserves
Carla Leite: A 20-year-old rising star with significant international potential.
Monique Billings: A proven scorer and rebounder with a solid WNBA resume.
Stephanie Talbot: An Olympic medalist and former WNBL MVP known for her two-way versatility.
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With a focus on competitiveness, leadership, and international experience, the Golden State Valkyries’ roster blends youth with veteran presence, positioning the team for a promising debut season.
