{
  "id": 12912103,
  "title": "Atlanta Dream building on playoff momentum with move to State Farm Arena",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/atlanta-dream-building-on-playoff-momentum-with-move-to-state-farm",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T17:14:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/atlanta-dream-building-playoff-momentum-212943781.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Atlanta Dream, a WNBA franchise, are making strides towards a championship during the postseason. The organization is preparing for its future with a multi-year agreement to move to State Farm Arena in 2027, leaving their current home at Gateway Center Arena. President Morgan Shaw Parker expressed amazement at the rapid growth of the franchise, attributing it to the increasing demand and the Dream's success on the court. The arena expansion will increase capacity from around 3,200 seats to over 17,000, providing more fans the opportunity to witness the team's play. Shaw Parker acknowledged the significant role played by Gateway Center Arena and the City of College Park in the Dream's development. The franchise's expansion comes as interest in the Dream continues to surge, driven by a star-studded roster featuring Rhyne Howard, Alyssa Gray, Brionna Jones, and Angel Reese. Shaw Parker emphasized that Angel Reese chose the Atlanta Dream as their team, which speaks volumes about the organization's success. The Atlanta Dream's mission extends beyond winning games, as the name was inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s \"I Have a Dream\" speech. The organization remains dedicated to empowering women and amplifying underrepresented voices, which Shaw Parker believes is the essence of the \"I Have a Dream\" philosophy. Currently, the Dream is leading its semifinal series against the New York Liberty with a 2-0 record. The team's focus remains on their playoff run, with the new arena, star power, and a promising future contributing to the franchise's potential for even greater success.",
  "summary": "The Atlanta Dream announced a multi-year deal to move to State Farm Arena in 2027, significantly increasing venue capacity.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}