GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES ANNOUNCE CARMAX AS FOUNDING PARTNER
December 03 2024 - 9:30AM
The Golden State Valkyries and CarMax (NYSE: KMX), the
nation’s largest retailer of used cars, today announced CarMax as a
Founding Partner of the team and the official used car retailer of
the Valkyries. The partnership will be rooted in community impact,
with a dedicated focus on Bay Area youth, and will bring fans
closer to the team through exclusive behind-the-scenes content and
special access moments throughout the year.
“CarMax has a proven focus on creativity, innovation and a
consumer-first mentality, an incredible mix of values that
perfectly align with the Valkyries,” said Valkyries President Jess
Smith. “Their commitment to investing in women’s sports and in
programming that develops young athletes—while fostering supportive
environments to enhance skills, build connections, and boost
confidence—perfectly matches our mission. We’re thrilled to welcome
CarMax as a founding partner and look forward to the sustained
community impact we can make together.”
Throughout the season, CarMax will present an exclusive content
series that will take fans behind the scenes of key team events.
This series will showcase pivotal moments in the Valkyries'
inaugural season, creating deeper connections between the team and
its community.
Additionally, CarMax will serve as the presenting sponsor for
the Valkyries Expansion Draft, which will take place on Friday,
December 6. CarMax will give fans unprecedented access to this
historic event, with behind the scenes content and exclusive draft
coverage across social and digital channels.
“We are proud to be a founding partner of the Golden State
Valkyries, championing these athletes’ achievements both on and off
the court in the Bay Area,” said CarMax Chief Marketing Officer,
Sarah Lane. “This partnership reflects our deep passion for
advancing women's sports and making a real difference in our
community. Together, we’re committed to creating programs that
foster leadership, build connections, and inspire the next
generation of athletes. We can’t wait to see the joy and impact
this partnership brings to fans and the community.”
Known for its groundbreaking approach in the used car industry,
CarMax has long been a leader in innovation and exceptional
customer experiences. Beyond its industry disruptions, CarMax’s
commitment to community sets the company apart. CarMax is
enhancing its community impact by continuing to expand youth sports
programs and local partnerships, fostering inclusion, and providing
valuable growth opportunities for youth both on and off the
court.
CarMax joins a growing list of Valkyries Founding Partners,
including JPMorgan Chase and Kaiser Permanente.
For more information on the Golden State Valkyries, please
visit valkyries.com.
About the Golden State ValkyriesThe Golden State
Valkyries, the WNBA affiliate of the seven-time NBA Champion Golden
State Warriors, were announced as the 13th WNBA franchise on
October 5, 2023. Originating from Norse mythology, Valkyries are a
host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying
through air and sea alike. This brand is Golden State’s modern
interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. Tipping off
during the 2025 WNBA season, the team is headquartered in Oakland
and will play home games at Chase Center in San Francisco. For
Golden State Valkyries’ assets, including team logos, CLICK
HERE. For more information, please
visit valkyries.com.
About CarMaxCarMax, the nation’s largest retailer of used
autos, revolutionized the automotive retail industry by driving
integrity, honesty and transparency in every interaction. The
company offers a truly personalized experience with the option for
customers to do as much, or as little, online and in-store as they
want. During the fiscal year ended February 29, 2024, CarMax sold
approximately 770,000 used vehicles and 550,000 wholesale vehicles
at its auctions. In addition, CarMax Auto Finance originated more
than $8 billion in receivables during fiscal 2024, adding to its
more than $17 billion portfolio. CarMax has over 245 store
locations, nearly 30,000 associates, and is proud to have been
recognized for 20 consecutive years as one of the Fortune 100 Best
Companies to Work For®. CarMax is committed to making a positive
impact on people, communities and the environment. Learn more in
the 2024 Responsibility Report. For more information,
visit www.carmax.com.
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