Toronto Tempo complete inaugural WNBA season amid setbacks and injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 5:43 PM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
The Toronto Tempo wrapped up their inaugural WNBA season, struggling with significant injuries and a losing streak of 16 out of 17 games. Head coach Sandy Brondello acknowledged the difficulties faced, including dealing with collective bargaining negotiations and a lack of stable roster. Despite these challenges, the team's leadership emphasizes building a strong foundation for future success. With four games remaining, including a rematch against the Indiana Fever, the focus shifts to competing hard and improving operations as they aim to become a representative team for Canada.
- •Tempo lost 16 of their last 17 games this season.
- •Sandy Brondello acknowledges team's struggles due to injuries and roster instability.
- •The team aims to build a strong foundation for future success.
- •Four games remain in the regular season, including a game against the Fever.
- •Leadership stresses the importance of becoming Canada's team.
- 5:43 PMYahoo Sports — As Toronto Tempo wrap inaugural season marred by uncertainty and injury, the future remains the focus: 'We're building a legacy'
"The Toronto Tempo didn't have much go their way in their first season in the WNBA. But that doesn't mean they're deterred.
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