The WNBA is growing, and that’s major news for the game—and for HBCU athletes aiming to break through to the professional ranks. The WNBA announced it’s adding three new franchises, bringing the league to a record 18 teams. Cleveland will begin play in 2028, Detroit joins in 2029, and Philadelphia will tip off in 2030. This follows the addition of the Golden State Valkyries this season and two previously announced expansion teams set to launch next year in Toronto, Canada, and Portland, Oregon. The league’s decision comes after its most successful season to date—shattering records for viewership, attendance, and merchandise
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