“I Did It for Kate!” Gabby Marshall Commits to Golden State Valkyries with Multi-Year Deal Through 2030
Gabby Marshall just shook the women’s basketball world. Iowa’s beloved sharpshooter, known for her clutch threes and relentless defense, has officially signed a multi-year deal with the Golden State Valkyries, keeping her in the Bay through 2030. And in true Gabby fashion, she made it personal.
“I did it for Kate,” Marshall told reporters with a grin, referencing her former Iowa teammate Kate Martin, now a rising star in the WNBA. “She’s been telling me how incredible the culture is here and how much she loves it. That mattered to me. I wanted to be somewhere that felt like home — and this is it.”
It’s a move that feels bigger than basketball. Marshall was the glue of the Hawkeyes, a player whose leadership and grit helped Caitlin Clark and company reach back-to-back Final Fours. Fans who watched her grow from a freshman role player into Iowa’s defensive anchor have to feel emotional seeing her take the next step.
Golden State wasted no time welcoming her. The Valkyries dropped a hype video moments after the news broke, showing Gabby in the team’s blue and gold, drilling three-pointers in an empty gym. The caption read: “The Bay’s New Sniper 🔥.”
Marshall’s arrival is more than just a roster move — it’s a statement. The Valkyries are building something special, and adding a player with Marshall’s toughness and championship pedigree is exactly the kind of move that gets fans dreaming about deep playoff runs.
Social media lit up within minutes. Hawkeye Nation flooded X (formerly Twitter) with tributes, sharing favorite highlights and celebrating Gabby’s next chapter. One fan wrote, “From Carver to Cali — Gabby stays clutch!”
For Marshall, this deal isn’t just about basketball. It’s about continuing a legacy of friendship, leadership, and grit that she started with Kate Martin back in Iowa City. Now, she gets to write a whole new chapter — this time, under the bright lights of Golden State.
