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Golden State Valkyries Cut Former Iowa Star Kate Martin. What's Next?
The expansion team also waived second-round picks Marta Suarez and Ashlon Jackson as it finalizes its roster before opening night.
- On Thursday, the Golden State Valkyries waived guard Kate Martin to finalize their 12-player opening day roster less than 24 hours before the 2026 WNBA season opener.
- Martin, a 6-foot guard from Edwardsville, Illinois, was drafted by the Las Vegas Aces in 2024 before joining the Valkyries' inaugural expansion season, where she became a franchise face and fan favorite.
- Golden State aggressively upgraded its roster by adding established veterans like Gabby Williams and rookie Just Jocyt, while Martin battled a Grade II quad strain that complicated her roster status.
- Social media users expressed significant outrage at the move, questioning how one of the franchise's most recognizable players could be cut just 24 hours before the season opener.
- Now Martin will focus on rehabbing her injury while searching for a spot on her third WNBA franchise in three years, aiming to continue her professional career.
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