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Golden State Valkyries guard Kate Martin discussed what the team's style of play could look like in their maiden WNBA season in 2025. The former Las Vegas Aces rookie shed light on the new team's strategy while gearing up for her 'Unrivaled' stint this offseason. Martin was selected by Golden State from LV's 2024 roster in the WNBA's expansion draft.
Martin said the focus was on pace and 3-point shooting.
"We want to shoot a lot of 3s, just play fast-paced… I try to implement that into my practice every day," she was quoted as saying by ESPN's Kendra Andrews.
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Martin's words suggest that the Valkyries are mirroring the style of play that's become a template for the Golden State Warriors, their NBA counterparts.
In her second season in the league, Kate Martin could facilitate a pacy, perimeter-focused playing style under Nakase.
Kate Martin looking to "build something from the ground up" with the Valkyries
Speaking to ESPN after the Valkyries draft, Kate Martin expressed her excitement at being part of the Bay Area franchise.
"This league is all about opportunity and you just need one shot, right? I'm very thankful for the Aces and everything that I got to learn there, but I am excited for this new beginning and to build something from the ground up with the Valkyries."
Martin was one of 11 players picked by Golden State. The former Hawkeyes guard who formed a solid backcourt alongside Caitlin Clark at Iowa will now be a vital cog in a roster that includes Temi Fagbenle, Kayla Thornton, and Julie Vanloo. Early looks suggest that the Valkyries have focused on building the side with a win-now mentality with a squad of veterans.
Kate Martin averaged 19.3 minutes over her first 10 games with the Aces and made 37 percent of her 3s. While the injury-hit Aces returned to full health over the season, the guard's minutes declined. Now, she gets a chance to spearhead a team filled with players who have substantial WNBA experience. Only time will tell if 'Money Martin' can make an impact with the Valkyries.
