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Golden State Valkyries Draft: A New Era in Women's Basketball

The landscape of women's basketball is shifting dramatically as the Golden State Valkyries unveil their inaugural roster. This new franchise is poised to make its mark in the WNBA, with a blend of emerging talent and seasoned players.

Draft Highlights and Player Selections

During the recent expansion draft, the Valkyries selected a diverse range of players from various teams, aiming to build a competitive roster. The first four names revealed included Center Ilana Ruper from the Chicago Sky, Forward Maria K from the Connecticut Sun, and Guards Veronica Burton and Carla, the latter from the Dallas Wings. This selection process was undertaken alphabetically by team to avoid any assumptions about player rankings.