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Valkyries Cut Three Players to Make Room for EuroBasket Returnees

The decision stems from the WNBA’s rigid 12-player roster limit

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FILE: Julie Vanloo of the Golden State Valkyries looks on during player introductions before a game against the Las Vegas Aces at Chase Center on June 7, 2025, in San Francisco.
Golden State Valkyries’ Julie Vanloo #35 walks off the court after their 83-82 their WNBA pre-season loss to the Los Angeles Sparks at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. (Jane Tyska/Bay Area News Group)

Overview

  • The Valkyries announced the waivers of point guards Julie Vanloo and Bree Hall and forward Chloe Bibby on July 2 to comply with the league’s 12-player cap.
  • The moves free roster spots for forwards Cecilia Zandalasini and Janelle Salaün, who returned from winning gold at EuroBasket.
  • Head coach Natalie Nakase described the cuts as “heartbreaking” and compared releasing the trio to “giving away three kids.”
  • Hardship signee Kaitlyn Chen has been elevated to the backup point guard role after going 5-2 with the team during the EuroBasket window.
  • The team may make further adjustments later this season to accommodate the potential signing of French center Iliana Rupert.