WNBA action has officially hit the court at Chase Center. The Golden State Valkyries played their first game as a WNBA franchise Friday night in a 71-62 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. While it wasn't a winning effort, it was safe to say the crowd was entertained.

The fans in the packed arena were decked out in matching purple T-shirts emblazoned with the phrase “First of a Lifetime.”

The WNBA's opening weekend start tonight when the Los Angeles Sparks take on the Golden State Valkyries. Here's how to watch.

The WNBA opens up its season Friday night as the Los Angeles Sparks visit the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center in San Francisco.

The Valkyries had a historic crowd for their home opener which left even seasons veterans like Tiffany Hayes and Julie Vanloo impressed.