Chicago Sky sign Kate Martin to a developmental contract for season remainder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 10, 2026, 12:06 PM
Last updated Sep 10, 2026
The Chicago Sky have signed Kate Martin to a developmental contract following her release from the Los Angeles Sparks. The team, currently out of playoff contention for the 2026 season, brought in the 26-year-old to support a rebuilding roster. Head coach Tyler Marsh expressed support for the signing, citing Martin's toughness and team-first attitude as factors that fit the organization's goals. Martin, who previously played for the Las Vegas Aces, joins the team for the final four games of the regular season. Her arrival follows the loss of Rickea Jackson, who is sidelined with a left knee ACL tear, and the earlier departure of Angel Reese. The Sky return to action on September 17 against the Washington Mystics following the FIBA World Cup break.
- •Kate Martin signed a developmental contract with the Chicago Sky on September 2.
- •The Chicago Sky hold a record that leaves them out of the 2026 playoff race.
- •Rickea Jackson is unavailable for the final games due to a left knee ACL tear.
- •The team resumes play against the Washington Mystics on September 17.
- •Martin was waived by the Los Angeles Sparks on August 29.
- 12:06 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Sky Coach Gets Real On What He Really Thinks Of Kate Martin
"Chicago Sky is already out of playoff contention in the 2026 WNBA season. While they plan to rebuild, they signed young sensation Kate Martin on a development contract. And coach Tyler Marsh is exhilarated to have the 26-year-old on the team. Earlier this season, Sky traded their golden goose Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream [...]
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