Golden State Valkyries standout Veronica Burton joins Sarah to talk about her breakout season last year, believing in herself during her lean years in the league, coach Natalie Nakase’s ‘no a-holes’ policy, and the magic of Ballhalla. Plus, a “well, duh” kind of statement, a 16-year streak continues, and an annoying reminder that we still have to consider the men.


Our favorite women’s sports calendar is here


Read Brian Hamilton’s story for The Athletic on the Valkyries’ success here


Check out some of the shoes for the Seattle Storm’s Kicks for Equality event here, here, and here


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Golden State Valkyries standout Veronica Burton joins Sarah to talk about her breakout season last year, believing in herself during her lean years in the league, coach Natalie Nakase&rsquo;s &lsquo;no a-holes&rsquo; policy, and the magic of Ballhalla. Plus, a &ldquo;well, duh&rdquo; kind of statement, a 16-year streak continues, and an annoying reminder that we still have to consider the men.
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Our favorite women&rsquo;s sports calendar is <a href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pQmlgUbMKd6_7NwnbovlMeF7Zn2OfQMtVtyrOR_yKTo/edit?gid=1599011849#gid=1599011849" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1pQmlgUbMKd6_7NwnbovlMeF7Zn2OfQMtVtyrOR_yKTo/edit?gid%3D1599011849%23gid%3D1599011849&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3P1rODfknvsD0B7G1E2Zr4">here</a>
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Read Brian Hamilton&rsquo;s story for The Athletic on the Valkyries&rsquo; success <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7489414/2026/08/04/golden-state-valkyries-wnba-billion-dollar-franchise/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7489414/2026/08/04/golden-state-valkyries-wnba-billion-dollar-franchise/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2a8XpFY2TD5pLGEvZKZlAa">here</a>
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Check out some of the shoes for the Seattle Storm&rsquo;s Kicks for Equality event <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9ZqY5Dxn2/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9ZqY5Dxn2/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1jgqb7fjUbq7ehy2TyiQPE">here</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9ZFJgj70Z/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9ZFJgj70Z/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2jSxWgkC5po3oLeejLGt5O">here</a>, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9Tf2hD4gw/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.instagram.com/p/Db9Tf2hD4gw/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3SWgZNEZJt6Ln2ruJHeMKi">here</a>
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You can now WATCH Sarah&rsquo;s interviews! Subscribe to <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@iHeartWomensSports" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@iHeartWomensSports&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1Qbrp19LI8aRuTPTlPDRK7">@iHeartWomensSports</a> on YouTube and check out the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4OH9pWO2GjqQmx_dTNOqMES7gaB3CUEf" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list%3DPL4OH9pWO2GjqQmx_dTNOqMES7gaB3CUEf&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1786739231825000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2FK9zT3nCqPwPIu1SDTWgi">Good Game playlist here</a>
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Leave us a voicemail at 872-204-5070 or send us a note at <a href="mailto:goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com">goodgame@wondermedianetwork.com</a>&nbsp;
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Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans. 

Good Game is your one-stop shop for the biggest stories in women’s sports. Every day, host Sarah Spain gives you the stories, stakes, stars and stats to keep up with your favorite women’s teams, leagues and athletes. Through thoughtful insight, witty banter, and an all around good time, Sarah and friends break down the latest news, talk about the games you can’t miss, and debate the issues of the day. Don’t miss interviews with the people of the moment, whether they be athletes, coaches, reporters, or celebrity fans.

Good Game with Sarah Spain

Golden State Valkyries standout Veronica Burton joins Sarah to talk about her breakout season last year, believing in herself during her lean years in the league, coach Natalie Nakase’s ‘no a-holes’ policy, and the magic of Ballhalla. Plus, a “well, duh” kind of statement, a 16-year streak continues, and an annoying reminder that we still have to consider the men.

The No ‘A-Hole’ Policy with Veronica Burton 

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/af76d2f0-831c-4c71-982a-b4a50153294b/transcript