WNBA announces new Toronto team Tempo set to debut in 2026

marca.com — December 6, 2024 at 04:01 AM UTC

The WNBA will soon welcome a new team called the Tempo, based in Toronto. This marks the first franchise in the league located outside the United States. The name was chosen from nearly 10,000 suggestions, reflecting the city's energy. The Tempo's logo features shades of purple and lilac, similar to the Toronto Raptors. The team aims to embody the rhythm of basketball and the vibrant culture of Canada. The franchise is set to debut in 2026. Toronto has a history of international basketball, being home to the first non-U.S. NBA team in 1995. The addition of the Tempo continues this trend in women's basketball.

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