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Valkyries, Say Less

Vanessa & Raina
Golden State Valkyries
Kayla Thornton
Kaila Charles
Basketball
Laeticia Amihere
Tiffany Hayes
Janelle Salaun
Gabby Williams
Kiah Stokes
Chase Center
CBA Negotiations
Monique Billings
Valkyries
Cecilia Zandalasini
Expansion Draft
Iliana Rupert
Keeper Of the Realm
Atlanta Dream
San Francisco
Unrivaled

🎙️ Valkyries, Say Less

Hosted by Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely & Raina Mast

Two former high school/D3 hoopers turned San Francisco teachers, moms, artists and entrepreneurs (we're tryin!) team up to bring you the podcast you didn’t know you needed — all about our brand-new hometown WNBA heroes: the Golden State Valkyries.

We’re here for the vibes, the victories, and whatever’s cooking at concessio... more

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Season 2, Episode 5: Bonus Pop-Up Episode | Player Interviews, French Connections & Watch Party Excitement

In this special bonus pop-up episode (okay, it’s really just Episode 5!), Raina and Vanessa recap an exciting stretch of Val... more

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Valkyries, Say Less — Season 2, Episode 4

Season 2, Episode 4 is a good one.

This week, we spotlight the incredible Kiah Stokes in our latest player profile. Kiah comes to the Golden State Valkyries with a long and impressive résu... more

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This Is — Season 2, Episode 3

Bienvenue, Gabby Williams!

Our first player profile of Season 2 is here, and we’re kicking it off with one of the most dynamic two-way players in the game: Gabby Williams.

French-American, fierce on ... more

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Season 2, Episode 2 of Valkyries, Say Less is here, and we’re recapping the incredible preseason matchup between the Golden State Valkyries and the Seattle Storm on April 25, 2026.

This game was especially meaningful for us because... more

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Kiah Stokes
WNBA player, veteran forward/center
Golden State Valkyries
Episode: 🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4: Kiah Stokes Brings Championship Energy to the Valkyries
Kayla Thornton
Basketball player
Golden State Valkyries
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, BONUS VSL EPISODE 16: Mid Post-Season Update!
Veronica Burton
WNBA player
Valkyries (interviewed on episode)
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, BONUS VSL EPISODE 16: Mid Post-Season Update!
Kate Martin
WNBA player
Valkyries
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, BONUS VSL EPISODE 16: Mid Post-Season Update!
Natalie Nacasse
Head coach
Golden State Valkyries
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, BONUS VSL EPISODE 16: Mid Post-Season Update!
Natalie Nakase
Head coach of the Golden State Valkyries
Golden State Valkyries
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, Special Feature: Coach Natalie Nakase on "Section 415" with Kerry Crowley
Cecilia Zandalasini
Professional basketball player, Ceci
Valkyries (player) / Italian National Team
Episode: 🎙️ Season 1, Episode 12: “Ceci Zandalasini: Italy’s Finest Joins the Valkyries”

Hosts

Vanessa Hutchinson-Szekely
Host of Valkyries Say Less; Bay Area-based educator/entrepreneur with a focus on community and team culture
Raina Mast
Host of Valkyries Say Less; Bay Area-based educator/entrepreneur with a focus on community and team culture

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Dope

    These ladies get it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SF-4-Life
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Listen!

    These two “moms” are driving the violet minivan all the way to Ballhalla, baby! Hop in .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cubano, please
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love Love this podcast!!

    I absolutely love this podcast. As someone who loves sports and has been so excited about Bay FC, I was thrilled that the Bay Area was adding a WNBA team. However, I didn’t know a lot about the players or coach. Listening to the ladies on Valkyries Sayless has really given me an appreciation for the players’ backgrounds, as well as the game of basketball in general. I love their enthusiasm and the relaxed way they talk about the game. Their excitement is infectious and I can’t wait to keep l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichNayfack
    United Statesa year ago
  • LOVE This Podcast!!

    This GSV fan cannot get enough Valkyries content. I love Jennifer and Raina’s deeper dives into each player, unique style, and bringing their experiences of the games, merchandise, travel to/from games, and game content. Bonus that they are SFUSD teachers!! Go, Valks!! 💜🏀🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cmo65
    United Statesa year ago
  • This is the coverage I’ve wanted

    I’ve been hassling the radio station that is supposed to be covering Valkyries to actually cover them. Since they refuse, I’m so glad these two fantastic fans are stepping into the void, seizing the moment, and creating the content this community (and future community members) need and deserve. You guys rock!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sara Mulhauser
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans appreciate deep-dives into players' backgrounds and local game culture.
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Listeners praise the hosts' warmth, energy, and Bay Area vibe.

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🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4: Kiah Stokes Brings Championship Energy to the Valkyries
Q: How do you view the balance between personal life and professional basketball, especially with overseas stints?
She describes prioritizing her professional responsibilities while maintaining privacy about her personal life, and notes that overseas play is often necessary financially, despite the challenge of being away from family during holidays.
🎙️ Season 2, Episode 4: Kiah Stokes Brings Championship Energy to the Valkyries
Q: What are the two college options you had to choose from, and which did you pick?
Kiah would have attended University of Iowa or UConn, but she ultimately chose UConn, drawn by the program and a sense of fit she felt despite initial considerations about staying closer to home.
🎙️ Season 1, Special Feature: Coach Natalie Nakase on "Section 415" with Kerry Crowley
Q: How did you balance building a roster with no players yet and setting up your coaching staff in the early days?
She explains that they worked on multiple fronts—interviewing staff and scouting players—while prioritizing culture fit, connectivity, and the ability to adapt as rosters evolved, all while preparing for the expansion draft.
🎙️ Season 1, Special Feature: Coach Natalie Nakase on "Section 415" with Kerry Crowley
Q: What was the initial feeling like when you got the offer to lead the Valkyries and became the first head coach for the expansion franchise?
Nakase recalls a mix of shock and pride, the personal joy of achieving a longtime dream, and the importance of recognizing the opportunity while staying grounded in the loyalty she felt to her current team at the time.

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Two Bay Area-based hosts—both former teachers and current moms—pitch a local, fan-friendly take on the Golden State Valkyries, blending player deep dives, coaching stories, and community-focused Bay Area culture. Episodes mix behind-the-scenes roster moves, may include watch parties, local sponsor shout-outs, and insider access to the team's growth in the Bay Area, all delivered with warmth, humor, and accessible basketball analysis. The show stands out for its collaborative, community-forward voice and emphasis on women's basketball visibility, local relevance, and the human stories behind the players and coaches.

Potential listeners can expect approachable sports coverage that balances heart and hype: player journeys, roster dynamics, an... more

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