Why Valkyries' Natalie Nakase is a slam dunk for WNBA Coach of the Year - again originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
Natalie Nakase already won WNBA Coach of the Year in 2025, in her first year on the job with the Golden State Valkyries.
She should successfully defend her award in 2026, as the Valkyries barrel toward the playoffs and a possible run to the WNBA Finals.
In only its second season of existence, Golden State is "the best of the rest" behind the rampant Minnesota Lynx.
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#valkyries #coach
Natalie Nakase already won WNBA Coach of the Year in 2025, in her first year on the job with the Golden State Valkyries.
She should successfully defend her award in 2026, as the Valkyries barrel toward the playoffs and a possible run to the WNBA Finals.
In only its second season of existence, Golden State is "the best of the rest" behind the rampant Minnesota Lynx.
MORE: What Elle Duncan's 'most toxic **** e' comment means for the WNBA's future coverage
#valkyries #coach
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