How The Bay Shaped Golden State Valkyries’ Gabby Williams
Golden State Valkyries forward Gabby Williams (1) attempts to regain control of the ball during Game 3 of the WNBA finals between the Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Oct. 21, 2026. (Gina Castro/KQED)
As the Golden State Valkyries prepare for Game 4 of the WNBA finals Saturday, KALW’s BOUNCE introduces us to the team’s star player, Gabby Williams. From her roots in Oakland to her leadership as an out, queer player, host Erin Lim tells us more about the forces that have shaped her into the player and person she is today.
Links:
- BOUNCE: The Rise of Women’s Professional Sports
- Valkyries Fans Take Dream Loss in Stride, Prepare to Rally for Game 4
Some members of the KQED podcast team are represented by The Screen Actors Guild, American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, San Francisco-Northern California Local.