Kate Martin signs developmental contract with Chicago Sky
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 9:45 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026
Kate Martin joined the Chicago Sky on a developmental contract this Wednesday. This move follows her release from the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday, marking her second time being waived during the 2026 season. Martin previously spent time with the Golden State Valkyries organization before her short tenure in Los Angeles. She returns to her home state of Illinois as the Sky approach the end of the current season. With four games remaining, the team is evaluating its roster for the future. Former teammate Kaitlyn Chen acknowledged the signing on social media.
- •Kate Martin signed a developmental contract with the Chicago Sky on Wednesday.
- •The Los Angeles Sparks waived Martin this past Saturday.
- •Martin is joining her fourth WNBA team in three seasons.
- •The Chicago Sky have four games remaining in the 2026 season.
- •Kaitlyn Chen posted a supportive reaction to the signing on Instagram.
- 9:45 AMYahoo Sports — Kaitlyn Chen Drops One-Word Reaction as Kate Martin Lands Sky Deal After Sparks Waive Third-Year Guard
"Kate Martin’s 2026 WNBA season took another wild turn after the Los Angeles Sparks waived her on Saturday. It was the second time Martin was waived this year after the Golden State Valkyries did so before this season.
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