Valkyries Unveil New Violet Jerseys for 2026 WNBA Season

The Golden State Valkyries' new look is a bold statement about the team's growing fanbase and connection to the Bay Area.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 10:40pm by Ben Kaplan

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A vibrant, expressionist painting in neon colors depicting the movement and energy of a WNBA basketball game, with the Valkyries' new violet jerseys as the central focus.The Valkyries' new violet jerseys are a bold statement about the team's growing connection to the Bay Area and their commitment to building a passionate fanbase.San Francisco Today

The Golden State Valkyries have unveiled their new Nike Explorer Edition jerseys for the 2026 WNBA season, featuring a prominent violet colorway that the team says reflects the 'fierce commitment of our players and the pulse of the Bay Area'.

Why it matters

The Valkyries are looking to build on the success of their inaugural 2025 season, and the new jersey design is meant to serve as a symbol of the team's growing connection with their fanbase across the Bay Area region.

The details

The Valkyries' new violet jerseys feature design elements that pay homage to the team's Northern California home, including lines on the shorts that are meant to evoke the cables of the Bay Bridge. Team president Jess Smith said the jersey is 'more than a uniform; it's a reflection of a fan base ready to claim their territory'.

  • The Valkyries unveiled their new jerseys on March 30, 2026.

The players

Jess Smith

The president of the Golden State Valkyries.

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What they’re saying

“Our fans didn't just ask for a jersey; they asked for a symbol of this new era. Across every region of the Bay, we've seen our Valkyries violet begin to line the streets, a signal that the Valkyries have truly landed. This jersey is our response to that energy, a bold reinforcement of everything we've built in year one. It's more than a uniform; it's a reflection of a fan base ready to claim their territory. I can't wait to see a sea of violet take over the community and soar on the court.”

— Jess Smith, Valkyries President

What’s next

The Valkyries will debut their new violet jerseys when they take the court for the start of the 2026 WNBA season.

The takeaway

The Valkyries' new violet jerseys are a bold statement about the team's growing connection to the Bay Area and their commitment to building a passionate fanbase in Northern California.