Philadelphia to become the WNBA’s 18th Team

Philadelphia has been given a new WNBA team, which will play in 2030. Supported by HBSE and Comcast, this is the city’s long-awaited foray into women’s professional basketball and its first major pro team since 2008.

Philadelphia has been given a team by the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), the league announced today. The team is scheduled to start play in the 2030 season, pending approval from the NBA and WNBA Boards of Governors. With Comcast owning a minority stake, Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment (HBSE) will own and run the South Philadelphia-based team.

The city will welcome both its first major professional sports team since 2008 and its first WNBA team, making this a historic moment.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert remarked, “Philadelphia is a city with unmatched passion, rich basketball tradition, and an unwavering love for its teams.” It’s only natural that a WNBA team has finally moved to this legendary sports town. Basketball is ingrained in Philadelphia, from community courts to iconic college arenas, and we’re honoured to bring the W to a city that is prepared to embrace it. We appreciate the leadership and dedication of Josh Harris, David Blitzer, David Adelman, Brian Roberts, and the whole ownership group in expanding the game and advancing women’s sports in our amazing town.

“Some of the greatest women’s players and coaches to ever grace the hardwood are from our region,” said Josh Harris, managing partner and co-founder of Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment. “Philadelphia is one of the most storied basketball cities in the world.” “We’re honoured to help usher in a new era of Philadelphia basketball, and it’s only right that this city finally receives the WNBA franchise it deserves. I am grateful to Governor Shapiro and Mayor Cherelle Parker for their combined leadership, as well as to my partners David Blitzer, David Adelman, Brian Roberts, and the Comcast team. Our goals are to establish a top-tier organization, support the ongoing expansion of women’s professional sports in this wonderful city, and bring one of the world’s fastest-rising leagues to Philadelphia by 2030.”

Courtesy: https://www.covers.com, https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/, https://pechanga.net, https://www.wnba.com/

Veer

Veer has been writing about sports for the past five years, covering everything from NFL Sundays to NBA tip-offs and even the occasional Wimbledon upset. He breaks down the numbers, storylines, and stats that matter to everyday fans. If you're looking for spreads, props, or straight-up picks, he makes betting easier to understand, and more fun to follow.