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Gov. Healey remains committed to bringing WNBA team to Massachusetts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:01 PM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Gov. Healey remains committed to bringing WNBA team to Massachusetts

Summary

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey continues her efforts to secure a WNBA franchise for the state, expressing disappointment over the recent decision to relocate the Connecticut Sun to Houston. Healey revealed details about her involvement in the effort to relocate the Sun to Boston, highlighting the support from fans and the team's management. Despite her setbacks, she aims to explore other opportunities for a WNBA team in Massachusetts, emphasizing the need for a franchise without waiting for expansion. Healey has previously communicated her disappointment directly to WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert regarding the team's move.

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Latest Updates

•Gov. Healey is pursuing a WNBA franchise for Massachusetts.
•Connecticut Sun announced move to Houston for the next season.
•Healey expressed disappointment about the Sun's relocation.
•She aims to find ways to bring a WNBA team despite setbacks.
•Fans and team management supported the effort to relocate the Sun.

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6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Disappointed, Gov. Healey continues to pursue WNBA team for Massachusetts

What they're saying

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After a failed attempt to relocate the Connecticut Sun to Boston last year, Gov. Healey says she is "not giving up" on a WNBA franchise for Massachusetts.
— Yahoo Sports

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