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WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 watches Wings beat Tempo in Montreal
By Associated Press at ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· July 11, 2026
· 1 min read
MONTREAL (AP) — Paige Bueckers scored 34 points and the Dallas Wings beat the expansion Toronto Tempo 108-95 on Friday night in front of a WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre. The game broke the regular-season mark of 20,711 set in Washington on Sept. 19, 2024, against India...
Key takeaway The game broke the regular-season mark of 20,711 set in Washington on Sept.
Why this matters in The McAllen
The record-breaking crowd that gathered to watch the Dallas Wings take on the Toronto Tempo in Montreal is a significant development for women's basketball, and its impact may be felt in the Rio Grande Valley. As the WNBA continues to grow in popularity, it's possible that the league may consider hosting games or events in the McAllen -Edinburg-Mission metro area, which has a proven track record of supporting local sports teams. The Valley's strong Hispanic demographic, in particular, may be an attractive market for the WNBA, given the league's efforts to expand its reach and diversity. If the WNBA were to bring a game or clinic to the area, it could provide a unique opportunity for local youth to engage with professional athletes and learn about the sport. The success of the Dallas Wings and the growing interest in women's basketball could pave the way for more events like this in the future.
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Published: July 11, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
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What is this story about? MONTREAL (AP) — Paige Bueckers scored 34 points and the Dallas Wings beat the expansion Toronto Tempo 108-95 on Friday night in front of a WNBA regular-season record crowd of 20,996 at Bell Centre. The game broke the regular-season mark of 20,711 set in Washington on Sept. 19, 2024, against India...
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