New York Liberty Set Record with $450 Million Valuation and New Brooklyn Facility Plans

The New York Liberty, a Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) franchise, has sold a minority stake at a valuation of $450 million, marking the highest valuation ever for a women's professional sports team. The capital raised from this sale, representing a "mid-teens" percentage share, is intended to fund the construction of a new 75,000-square-foot practice facility in Brooklyn. This facility will include two full practice courts, a strength and training room, a recovery suite, and personalized amenities such as a hair and makeup studio and a players' suite in place of traditional lockers. (reuters.com)

The Liberty, owned by Clara Wu Tsai and Joe Tsai, have experienced significant growth in recent years, including a WNBA championship win in 2024. This valuation reflects the increasing investment and interest in women's sports franchises. (reuters.com)

This development is part of a broader trend of rising valuations in women's sports, following recent major investments such as Alexis Ohanian’s $26.5 million purchase of up to 10% in Chelsea Women and last year's $250 million valuation sale of controlling interest in Angel City FC. (reuters.com)

The Liberty's new practice facility, scheduled to open in 2027, will be located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, overlooking Manhattan’s skyline. The $80 million project marks a major milestone—establishing the team’s first dedicated training center in franchise history. (liberty.wnba.com)

The facility will feature two full-size courts with integrated video review technology, a two-story indoor/outdoor strength training room, a full recovery suite with hydrotherapy, infrared and red-light therapy, steam, sauna, and massage rooms. Additional amenities include private player suites surrounding a central lounge area, a rooftop dining space with in-house chefs, outdoor courts for community engagement, and a cardio balcony overlooking the courts. (liberty.wnba.com)

The space is being designed in collaboration with Populous, with a focus on optimizing performance and supporting the holistic needs of professional athletes. The facility will also include a podcast and broadcast studio, three floors of front office space, family-friendly lounges, a nail/hair/makeup studio, and a fan-facing retail and hospitality area. (liberty.wnba.com)

The Liberty’s ownership group will fully fund construction, furthering their investment in the team, the borough of Brooklyn, and the advancement of women’s sports. The new facility will integrate elements of the existing four-story former lightbulb factory to honor Brooklyn’s industrial legacy, while a newly constructed 40,000-square-foot addition will house most of the player-focused amenities. (liberty.wnba.com)

This facility is more than just a home base—it’s a long-term commitment to excellence, impact, and the future of the Liberty. (liberty.wnba.com)

The New York Liberty's upcoming games are as follows:

WNBA Schedule

• New York Liberty @ Indiana Fever on Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT
• Golden State Valkyries @ New York Liberty on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• Golden State Valkyries @ New York Liberty on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Washington Mystics on Friday, May 30, 2025 at 04:30 PM PDT
• Connecticut Sun @ New York Liberty on Sunday, Jun 01, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Washington Mystics on Thursday, Jun 05, 2025 at 04:30 PM PDT
• Chicago Sky @ New York Liberty on Tuesday, Jun 10, 2025 at 05:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Indiana Fever on Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT
• Atlanta Dream @ New York Liberty on Tuesday, Jun 17, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• Phoenix Mercury @ New York Liberty on Thursday, Jun 19, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Seattle Storm on Sunday, Jun 22, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday, Jun 25, 2025 at 07:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Phoenix Mercury on Friday, Jun 27, 2025 at 07:00 PM PDT
• New York Liberty @ Atlanta Dream on Sunday, Jun 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT
• Los Angeles Sparks @ New York Liberty on Thursday, Jul 03, 2025 at 04:00 PM PDT
• Seattle Storm @ New York Liberty on Sunday, Jul 06, 2025 at 10:00 AM PDT
• Las Vegas Aces @ New York Liberty on Tuesday, Jul 08, 2025 at 05:00 PM PDT
• Atlanta Dream @ New York Liberty on Sunday, Jul 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM PDT
• Indiana Fever @ New York Liberty on Wednesday, Jul 16, 2025 at 04:30 PM PDT
• Indiana Fever @ New York Liberty on Tuesday, Jul 22, 2025 at 05:00 PM PDT

The record valuation of the New York Liberty underscores the increasing investment and interest in women's sports franchises. This trend reflects a growing recognition of the commercial viability and cultural significance of women's sports. The planned practice facility not only aims to enhance player performance but also serves as a statement of commitment to the team's future success.