Golden State Valkyries Secure First WNBA Semifinals Berth With Comeback Victory
The Golden State Valkyries advanced to their first WNBA semifinals after a comeback victory against the Dallas Wings at Chase Center in San Francisco. The team erased a 16-point deficit to win the decisive playoff game and secure their franchise's…

San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, October 3, 2026 — The Golden State Valkyries have clinched their first-ever WNBA semifinals appearance following a dramatic comeback victory over the Dallas Wings. The decisive playoff game took place at the Chase Center in San Francisco, where the Valkyries managed to erase a significant 16-point deficit to secure their advancement.
This win marks a historic moment for the franchise, as it represents their first playoff series victory in team history. The comeback effort demonstrated resilience and determination from the Valkyries squad in front of their home crowd.
The specifics of the comeback, including key player performances or turning points in the game, were not detailed in the summary provided. However, the final outcome confirms the Valkyries’ progression to the next stage of the WNBA playoffs. The Dallas Wings were eliminated from contention following this loss.
Further details regarding the semifinals opponent and game schedule were not available in the provided summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Samantha Kennedy on ww2.kqed.org, see more information here.
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