The stage was ready, and a mystery was already surrounding the unidentified egg near the Chase Center. While fans had access to it but from a safe distance. Finally, on the birdwatchers’ night, during a game against the Connecticut Sun, the Golden State Valkyries revealed Violet, a bird coming out of the egg.
The franchise introduced it as its mascot during the halftime show. Fans were thrilled to have an official mascot for the expansion franchise, and a packed arena cheered for the ‘new addition’ to the family.
Golden State Valkyries’ Dramatic Introduction Of Violet The Raven Mascot
The Valkyries continued their ecstatic season, with players delivering on and off the court. HC Natalie Nakase put up a championship-caliber team, shining against the top-draw opponents and recording some surprise wins. Fans were already excited for the team’s first season, and now they have a new cheerleader in the mix—Violet The Raven.
The team had a very dramatic introduction to its mascot. Before the actual revelation, a wildlife expert hired by the team checked on an Easter egg outside Chase Center. He predicted there’s a “bird species” inside, and it’s about to crack open. The franchise kept the egg inside the arena in a special nest.
With a suspicous egg appearing here at Chase Center, we brought in a wildlife expert to weigh in.
— Chase Center (@ChaseCenter) August 7, 2025
He says we should keep an eye on it, so we’re asking The Bay to join us for Bird Watchers Night on Monday, Aug. 11.
We have binoculars for the whole building, thanks to @DoorDash! pic.twitter.com/wXXFRl8T6H
They even shared every update, leading to the egg’s actual hatching. On the actual revelation, the franchise even showed the broken egg process, with the team’s cheerleader dressed hanging nearby. Later, there were violet feathers were around the arena, hinting at the bird’s birth.
SHE’S HERE!
— Golden State Valkyries (@valkyries) August 12, 2025
Welcome to Ballhalla, @valkyriesvi 💜 https://t.co/XBXweaspsU
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Each fan in attendance for the Valkyries’ matchup against the Connecticut Sun even received a pair of Valkyries Binoculars to spot the egg’s hatching.
During the halftime show, the franchise introduced the violet-colored bird as its mascot. The bird then called everyone “besties” and danced to the tunes of “Best Friend” by Bay Area artist Saweetie.
Features Of Golden State Valkyries’ Mascot
The franchise put a lot of thought behind the team’s name and mascot. According to the official statement, the “Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering—flying through air and sea alike.” To match this identity, they chose Violet the Raven as mascot.
The mascot got her name after the team’s official color, Valkyrie Violet. As per the team’s official statement, it symbolizes power, ambition, nobility, and women’s empowerment. As per the franchise, purple has been used symbolically in modern history. She wears customized Valkyries’ gear, including a dress, a bow, and violet sneakers, and also sports gold glasses due to near-sightedness. Violet is famous for her love of her new home in Ballhalla. Looking at the support the team is receiving and celebrities showing up, its mascot will also be much loved.