First Asian American to coach a WNBA game with Valkyries.
On May 16, 2025, Natalie Nakase made her official debut as head coach of the Golden State Valkyries, managing her first game in the regular WNBA season. With this game, she became the first Asian American woman to coach in a WNBA game, further demonstrating her groundbreaking leadership and the vital role of diversity in sports coaching.