Why the WNBA Is the It-Spot for Lesbians

As a New Yorker, I’ve fallen hard for the New York Liberty - and not just because they won their first-ever championship last year. Going to Liberty games has become the queer social event of the season. Honestly, Barclays is starting to feel like one giant lesbian bar - I’m obsessed.

Between the players and the fans, the WNBA has become the place where queerness (and diversity) isn’t just welcomed—it’s celebrated. The Liberty itself is stacked with out and proud players, including legends like Breanna Stewart, who casually brings her wife and kids onto the court like it’s no big deal (because it shouldn’t be). And Jonquel Jones? Out and thriving. Around the league, queer visibility is everywhere: Courtney Vandersloot, Brittney Griner, Courtney Williams, Chelsea Gray, and many more are part of the wave of players living authentically.

And then there’s the courtside crowd. Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe are regulars. Elliot Page has been spotted cheering from the stands. Even Billie Jean King shows up for games. It’s basically a queer Met Gala with more snacks and muscles.

Fashion? The WNBA tunnel walks are fire. Paige Bueckers and Jonquel Jones are pushing queer fashion forward every game day. From tailored suits to streetwear to jaw-dropping sneakers, the players are redefining what athlete style looks like—making it unapologetically queer along the way.

And the dating drama? Iconic. Whether it’s past teammates dating (then breaking up), or players marrying fellow players, WNBA TikTok and Reddit keep receipts. The league’s personal lives sometimes feel like a crossover episode between The L Word and SportsCenter.

So yeah. I’m officially obsessed. If you’re queer, into fashion, or just love unapologetic visibility, the WNBA is your new safe space. Grab a jersey, hit a Liberty game, and join me in screaming courtside.