Hartford & New Haven, CT, September 24, 2026 — The Connecticut Sun WNBA franchise is preparing to play its final game in the state of Connecticut, signaling the end of a 20-year tenure before its relocation to Houston for the upcoming season. This marks an emotional farewell for the team and its fans after two decades of play in the state.

The franchise has a significant history in the WNBA. It was established as the first independently owned team in the league and later became the first WNBA team to achieve profitability. The decision to move comes as a result of evolving WNBA facility requirements, which the current Connecticut facilities could not meet.

The upcoming game will be the last opportunity for fans in Connecticut to see the team play in their home state. Details regarding the specific date and opponent for this final game were not provided in the summary, nor were specific details about the new Houston facility or the timeline for the move beyond the upcoming season.

The summary does not specify the exact year the franchise began its operations in Connecticut, but notes its 20-year tenure. The move to Houston represents a new chapter for the team, driven by the league’s operational standards. The impact of this relocation on the team’s legacy in Connecticut and its future in Houston remains to be seen.


Story summarized from the original created by Doug Feinberg | The Associated Press on www.nbcconnecticut.com, see more information here.

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