San Francisco fans turned out in force for a 9:30 a.m. Pacific tip-off as the Golden State Valkyries faced the Atlanta Dream in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Despite the early hour, a watch party at Rikki's Bar drew a crowd that included fried chicken and mimosas.
Among the attendees was Audrey Björklund, a Valkyries fan who expressed hope for a strong start. "I hope they're really fired up from the first quarter," Björklund said after the team fell behind early. "I just want our girls to be happy and have their big win."
The Valkyries ultimately lost the game, ending their championship run. The early start did not deter the loyal fan base, who gathered to support the team in its inaugural finals appearance.
