Connecticut Sun Bids Farewell With Emotional Final Game Celebration
WHO:
Boston.com - The Mohegan Tribe purchased the Connecticut Sun franchise in 2003, becoming the first Native American tribe to own a professional sports team.
CT Mirror - The Connecticut Sun, the first independently owned team in the WNBA.
WHAT:
Daily Mail Sports - The Connecticut Sun has played its last WNBA game as the franchise moves across the country in a massive relocation.
Boston.com - The Connecticut Sun has been in operation for 24 seasons before their final game.
CT Mirror - The Connecticut Sun played its final game before relocating to Houston.
Finding Connecticut - The Connecticut Sun hosted a Fan Appreciation Night for their final game in franchise history.
WHERE:
CT Mirror - The final game took place in Connecticut.
WHEN:
Finding Connecticut - The final game in franchise history is scheduled for Thursday, September 28, 2026.
WHY:
Boston.com - The Mohegan Tribe and the Connecticut Sun are parting ways after 24 seasons.
CT Mirror - The Connecticut Sun is moving to Houston after an impressive run as a franchise.
HOW:
Finding Connecticut - The Connecticut Sun organized a Fan Appreciation Night to celebrate their final game.
(UPDATED September 25, 2026 05:00 UTC)
The Connecticut Sun has played its final game in the WNBA as the franchise prepares for a significant relocation across the country. This marks the end of an era for the team and its dedicated fans. The move is expected to bring new opportunities and challenges for the organization as it embarks on this new chapter.
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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 23:00 UTC)
The Mohegan Tribe, which made history in 2003 as the first Native American tribe to own a professional sports team, is parting ways with the Connecticut Sun after 24 seasons. The franchise has been a significant part of the WNBA landscape during its time in operation. This marks the end of an era for both the team and the tribe.
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(UPDATED September 24, 2026 16:00 UTC)
The Connecticut Sun, the first independently owned team in the WNBA, is set to play its final game in franchise history on Thursday, September 28, 2026, before relocating to Houston. To mark this significant occasion, the team hosted a Fan Appreciation Night during their last game in Connecticut, celebrating their impressive run as a franchise. This event not only honors the team's legacy but also gives fans a chance to say goodbye before the Sun embarks on a new chapter in Houston.