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‘Section 415’ podcast: The Valkyries, the Signal, and SF’s women’s sports boom
Summary by The San Francisco Editorial Desk Kerry Crowley , as published by The San Francisco Standard
· August 7, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the growth of women's sports in San Francisco and the development of these franchises can be found through the 'Section 415' podcast, which features interviews with Smith and Martin.
In San Francisco , a women's sports boom is underway. The Golden State Valkyries and the San Francisco Signal are two franchises at the forefront of this movement. The presidents of these teams, Jess Smith and Stephanie Martin, have shared their experiences in building their respective franchises.
They discuss the process of establishing their teams from the ground up. Further details about the growth of women's sports in San Francisco and the development of these franchises can be found through the 'Section 415' podcast, which features interviews with Smith and Martin.
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Category: local Published: August 7, 2026 Source: The San Francisco Standard Reading time: 1 min
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