Report Card: WNBA Week 1, 2026

Report Card: WNBA Week 1, 2026

On this episode of Minding Her Sports Business with Fran Harris, Fran hands out the first official report cards of the WNBA season after an electric Week 1. From superstar performances and surprise teams to coaching questions, rookie pressure, media narratives, attendance buzz, and teams already looking like contenders — nothing is off limits. Who earned an A+ out the gate? Which teams are already giving “we need a players-only meeting” energy? Are the rookies hooping or overhyped? And what early business trends are shaping the future of the league?

CASE STUDY: The Golden State Valkyries Billion Dollar Valuation

How did a WNBA franchise -- in the league for less than a year -- be worth a billion dollars? In this episode, WNBA champion, sports facility developer and sports facility owner, FRAN HARRIS, breaks down the latest valuation of GSV.