The Kate Martin era in Golden State just got a whole lot chillier — in Mexico, to be exact. During the team’s offseason break, Valkyries guard Kaitlyn Chen posted a swimming pool snap featuring Kate Martin and teammates. Her caption?
“Boys in Mexico.”
Simple, savage, perfect. The photo shows Martin relaxing by the pool with Laeticia Amihere, Veronica Burton, and Chen herself. The vibe: sun, water, and a bit of playful sass.
This moment comes as the Valkyries ride the high of their debut WNBA season, where Kate Martin made waves as a key player. Golden State finished 23–21 — the most wins ever by a WNBA expansion team.
While the league is all about game days and court battles (the basketball kind), off-court moments like this help humanize stars like Martin. The Kate Martin spotlight shines not only for her skills but for her presence — and for sparking this cheeky Chen reaction. The caption, simple as it is, gained traction among fans who saw it as both funny and fitting, showing that even pros get to mess around on vacay.
And vacay is exactly what the doctors ordered after a long and grueling battle with the team trying to grab glory. The Valkyrie squad’s job is now done. Time to put down the ball, undo your sneakers and time to take in the sun.
Yes, the Kate Martin hype is real. And now, thanks to a poolside post and a one-liner from Kaitlyn Chen, we’ve got some lighthearted fuel for the offseason chatter.
Valkyries’ Poolside Banter Puts Kate Martin in the Spotlight
While many teams unwind after the grind of the season, the Golden State Valkyries turned pool time into content. With one short line — “Boys in Mexico.” — Kaitlyn Chen managed to steal a moment with Kate Martin and their teammates.
And while there’s plenty to talk about when it comes to the team’s performance, and Kate Martin’s own pull on the team. All of that can wait while the ladies soak it up and unwind after what has been another rollercoaster ride of a season.
It’s a reminder that Kate Martin isn’t only about buckets and defense. Off the court, she’s part of the team’s personality. And Chen’s caption? A humorous nudge that fans could relate to — enjoying downtime abroad while still keeping it on brand. The Kate Martin name gets repeated in these moments not just because she’s good on court, but because she’s part of the story players and fans retell.
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Sabel has been working as a field reporter for People’s Television Network (PTV), mainly about the Philippine Basketball Association since 2016 and has been elevated to Executive Producer for sports in 2022. Aside from being on top of the Philippine sports scene, she is also a running enthusiast. You can also follow her on X at @SabelReyes2 and Instagram at @msabelreyes.
