Move over championship rings; there’s a new bling in town! Courtney Williams, the Minnesota Lynx’s fearless guard and WNBA firecracker, is officially off the market. Williams got down on one knee and proposed to her partner, Shya, in a moment that was equal parts heartwarming and iconic. Naturally, the WNBA universe erupted into a frenzy of congratulatory messages, emojis, and well-placed exclamation points.
The Instagram post that started it all? A swoon-worthy slideshow of the proposal, complete with a caption that screamed, “forever vibes”:
“Wowwwww 🥹 it’s a forever thing now 🔒🫶🏽 My fiancé yaaa hearrr meeee.”
This wasn’t just a moment for Courtney and Shya; it was a league-wide celebration. Williams’ Lynx teammate Napheesa Collier, aka the WNBA’s resident big sister, wasted no time sliding into the comments with her heartfelt congratulations. Fellow Lynx baller Bridget Carleton followed suit, proving that Minnesota may be cold, but the love there is always warm.
Meanwhile, the Connecticut Sun crew showed up with their own brand of love. DeWanna Bonner hit the post with her signature trio of emojis (classic Bonner), and DiJonai Carrington delivered a message so touching it could make a ref cry. Even players from rival squads couldn’t hold back their excitement. Lexie Hull of the Indiana Fever and Dallas Wings’ star Satou Sabally chimed in with their effusive, emoji-laden reactions.
A Season of Rings and Redemption
Williams isn’t just winning at love; she’s crushing it on the court too. Fresh off a stellar 2024 season, Williams helped the Lynx reach the WNBA Finals. Sure, they fell to the New York Liberty in a nail-biting five-game series, but if you thought Williams was going to mope, think again. The Lynx proved they’re here to play, and Williams—always one to make a statement—proved she’s here to stay.
But wait, there’s more! Not content with merely dominating in the WNBA, Williams is now set to compete in Unrivaled, the new 3×3 league co-founded by none other than Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart. Because if you’re Courtney Williams, why stop at conquering one league when you can dominate two?
Fans Are Asking: How Long Have They Been a Power Couple?
For those keeping score at home, Courtney and Shya have been together since 2022. In May of this year, Shya celebrated Williams’ milestone 30th birthday with a swoon-inducing Instagram post.
“Happy 30th birthday to my person!! My best friend, my lover, my protector, and diary,” she gushed, making the rest of us question the romantic effort we put into our own birthday shoutouts. She rounded it off by saying, “30 is CRAZY and so fitting.” (And let’s be real, if you’re in a relationship with Courtney Williams, every year feels like a full-court press of love and chaos.)
When’s the Wedding?
Now that the proposal’s a wrap, the obvious question is: When’s the big day? Neither Williams nor Shya have spilled the tea yet, but if the guest list is anything like the comment section of that Instagram post, expect an all-star lineup. WNBA royalty will no doubt be in attendance, possibly throwing more bouquets than three-pointers.
Final Thoughts: Who Needs a Championship Ring When Love Is the Real Prize?
Sure, a championship ring is shiny, but this one? It’s priceless. Courtney Williams may not be wearing a WNBA championship ring just yet, but she’s walking away with something far more valuable—a forever teammate in Shya. And if we know Williams, she’ll be rocking that ring with all the swagger and flair we’ve come to love.
So, here’s to Courtney and Shya. May their love be as electric as a Lynx fast break, as enduring as a five-game series, and as heartwarming as Napheesa Collier’s Instagram comments.
