The Joe Pomp Show The Golden State Valkyries Are Already Winning Big
May 16, 2025
This podcast dives into the launch of the Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA's latest expansion team backed by NBA powerhouses Joe Lacob and Peter Guber. Discover how they're leveraging the Warriors' impressive $9.4 billion infrastructure to set the Valkyries up for success. From strong ticket sales to premium facilities and lucrative corporate partnerships, the focus is on their strategic blueprint for building a winning franchise in the thriving WNBA market.
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Warriors' Turnaround Story
- Joe Lacob and Peter Guber turned the Golden State Warriors from a losing franchise to the NBA's most valuable team.
- They achieved this by hiring top talent and relentlessly pursuing excellence every day.
WNBA Expansion Fee Explained
- The $50 million expansion fee for the Valkyries is effectively $5 million annually over 10 years.
- The fund will be used to launch a well-supported team with top facilities and operations in a prime market.
Valkyries' World-Class Facilities
- The Valkyries play at the world-class Chase Center and own a state-of-the-art performance center.
- These elite facilities attract top-tier players and give a competitive advantage off the court.