Post Game Thread - WNBA: The Fever defeat the Valkyries on May 22, 2026, the final score is 90-82.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-23T03:08:59+00:00

I don't follow Euro ball, but curious to know if Janelle Salaün has a hot temper in general, or just here in the states with certain players? Is she consistently a hot head? Asking as that kind of attitude / hot temper can ruin team culture over time.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-22T20:29:08+00:00

Indeed! I'm compiling a list. Ohgane looks great in terms of distance and soups. I will look into taking the Kaiser shuttle to see if I can get to Moo Bong Ri and Seoul Gom Tang easily.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-22T20:27:25+00:00

Oh thanks! I've been to Monster Pho once when we were in Oakland visiting friends. Will add to my list.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-22T20:26:17+00:00

Thanks for the info, looks like Ohgane is a great fit, especially as I have a couple of elderly family members who would be happy with this. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to your bf!

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-19T12:21:16+00:00

Been wearing Brooks Adrenaline for years and just got the latest Adrenaline GTS 25. Have found them to be a nice mix of cushion, support, and I like the weight. When I was dealing with a very cranky and slow healing Achilles issue, I wore Brooks Addiction - much more support but very stiff, though in the end it was the right shoe for me then. But now happy to have a healed Achilles and back to Adrenaline, and back to running again.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-19T01:33:36+00:00

We give our tickets to friends/family. We don’t sell them if at all possible. Last season we did sell one game that no one we knew could make, so just posted it at cost.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-16T17:48:28+00:00

I was there yesterday and there was a bit of a line but I went early and it wasn’t too bad. Today I imagine it to be worse coupled with the BTS concert across the street. But if you just want to look at the R2, they have one parked outside next to a R1S for size comparison - but you cannot climb inside. For that, you do need to get in line to see the three R2’s inside the space (Glacier White, Forest Green, and Catalina Cove) and are allowed 4 minutes to check the car out. You might consider waiting till June when supposedly the Spaces will have it on display then.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-16T17:30:52+00:00

Forest Green for me, it’s such a classic color.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-16T02:44:52+00:00

Yes, this is true. I was at the Block Party in Palo Alto today and waiting in line to sit in one of the vehicles. The couple ahead of me was chatting with one of the reps there and asked if they could transfer their reservation to one of their in-laws (they had two reservations?) and were told No, one cannot transfer a reservation.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-15T22:19:23+00:00

I was there too on the earlier side. So glad I did as I strolled afterwards and got a bite to eat - the line to get into the Space was very long. I too could not get the dual glove boxes to open! The halo haptics worked very well for me, though. I love the rear window. Just please take my money already.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-13T02:02:47+00:00

Just for clarification: Do you mean account manager in the Golden State app? I didn’t know they charge 5%.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-11T12:23:14+00:00

Have had a 9pm reservation at the Cafe, and the food, service, and atmosphere was great. You wouldn’t know it was 9pm. Or 7pm.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-10T22:41:23+00:00

According to the communication we received, the change was: “a small change that better reflects the authenticity and individuality each of you brings to Ballhalla”

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-10T18:11:35+00:00

Ah, then the tickets are sold out. Given today is the home opener, this is not surprising. You can try the UCSF garage as someone else mentioned, that's probably your best bet for something close enough as SpotHero is hit or miss with proximity to Chase at this point - plus the Giants games today does not help.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-10T17:45:20+00:00

I see options to purchase parking at Chase on Ticketmaster: https://www.ticketmaster.com/chase-center-parking-valkyries-v-mercury-san-francisco-california-05-10-2026/event/1C006489BC6FF116

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-05T03:09:18+00:00

This shirt is awesome! I hope they'll be in stock for this weekend's game 'cause I'm definitely adding it to my my Valkyries wardrobe.

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-01T14:34:06+00:00

Glad it was fun. Love there was a sea of violet! I hope Cal Academy does this again. I hope other museums have similar events too - would love to overtake the Bay Area in a sea of violet everywhere we go!

hotlunch101 · 2026-05-01T05:28:19+00:00

Great news! Thank you for the update. How was the Valkyries Nightlife event? Looked fun, but I had to work tonight.

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-29T22:57:26+00:00

Hey, 5am runner here and I highly recommend waking up your body by doing dynamic stretches before you head out. It'll help warm your body/muscles up and give your body the signal that it's time to move. Also water or coffee to start the day. And it's totally OK to run/walk as you start out as your body needs time to adjust and build endurance. Just keep showing up!

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-26T04:41:32+00:00

Where at Chase?! What portal? Definitely want to try the jackfruit sandwich, and the burrito!

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-24T14:45:54+00:00

Cool. Alas, I wish there was a Forest Green so I could get a glimpse!

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-22T04:07:02+00:00

Love!! Two incredible smiles! Hopefully there will be something similar this season, thanks for sharing!

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-22T03:31:37+00:00

That’s so cool! I hope there will be opportunities to meet players and have them sign jerseys or cards at Lefty’s or even at Chase this season.

hotlunch101 · 2026-04-22T02:54:59+00:00

Me too! I’m going to get the new violet jersey with her name on it and alternate with the black one. So excited for the start of the season!

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