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Ahead of Game 7 of the 2026 WNBA Finals at Ballhalla, it’s important to celebrate why San Francisco residents are diehard women’s basketball fans

The Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries are set to face off in the deciding matchup of the 2026 WNBA Finals, with the title clash scheduled for Saturday at 8 p.m. ET on USA Network and CNBC.

While Atlanta features significant star power and a formidable home venue in State Farm Arena, the Valkyries boast the league's loudest supporters at Ballhalla alongside the best regular-season home record at 17-5, plus a 14-8 mark at Chase Center the prior year and a 6-2 playoff record over two seasons. San Francisco has established an unmatched atmosphere driven by a strong synergy between the local LGBTQIA+ culture and the WNBA, bolstered by the fact that over 25 percent of the league was openly gay by the 2025 season.

Additionally, the metropolitan area gave former Vice President Kamala Harris a 52 percentage point victory margin during the 2024 presidential election, reflecting political leanings shared by players across the league.

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