Kate Martin, the Golden State Valkyries star and former Iowa Hawkeyes legend, kicked off 2025 with an Instagram-worthy celebration that had fans buzzing. On New Year’s Eve, Martin gave her followers an inside look at her glamorous night in Chicago, and let’s just say, it wasn’t your average resolution-making affair—it was a masterclass in cool.
Sharing a TikTok-turned-Instagram-story masterpiece, Martin introduced us to her evening escapade with girlfriend Claire Gransee. With a voiceover as smooth as her three-point shooting, Martin narrated their night:
“Come with us to a Chicago 20-something New Year’s Party at Barstool River North,” she teased, setting the tone for a night filled with sparkle, sass, and a touch of chaos.
The video began with a classic couple’s mirror selfie because, honestly, did the night even happen if there wasn’t a reflective moment? Then came the pièce de résistance—a panorama of downtown Chicago’s skyline, reminding us all why the Windy City is a top-tier party destination (and probably freezing).
Barstool, Ballers, and Big City Vibes
The dynamic duo didn’t just stop at one party. Oh no, they warmed up at a friend’s shindig before heading to Barstool River North. Martin described the venue with the enthusiasm of someone sinking a buzzer-beater:
“There was a great venue in Downtown Chicago, it was so fun! We had an awesome table, and it was the perfect way to celebrate New Year’s Eve with all of our friends,” she gushed.
Of course, no celebration is complete without a touch of humblebrag, and Martin nailed it. From skyline views to enviable party vibes, she painted a picture so perfect it could rival an Iowa Hawkeyes highlight reel.
Necklace Chronicles: A Fan-Fueled Discovery
While Martin’s party story dazzled, a particularly eagle-eyed fan spotted a romantic detail that stole the show. Taking to X (formerly known as Twitter because apparently, we’re all pretending that rebranding isn’t weird), user @kait_2220 noticed the couple’s matching necklaces.
“Kate’s wearing a necklace that says ‘C.’ Claire has the same one but with a ‘K,’” the fan revealed alongside a snapshot of Martin from her Unrivaled photoshoot.
Cue collective swooning. The necklaces became a sweet symbol of their relationship, which dates back to their college days at Iowa. For those keeping score at home, they made things official after Martin’s WNBA draft pick by the Las Vegas Aces last season—a power move if there ever was one.
The Power Couple Playbook
While Kate Martin is gearing up to dominate Unrivaled, a 3×3 basketball league, Claire Gransee is holding her own off the court. A Human Resources Associate at Publicis Sapient, Gransee’s LinkedIn profile screams, “I’ve got my life together,” proving that this couple is a slam dunk in every sense.
From glittering city lights to heartfelt tributes, Kate and Claire have set the bar high for couple goals in 2025. As Martin continues to conquer the basketball world and Gransee crushes the corporate scene, we can only hope for more sneak peeks into their fabulous lives.
Here’s to a year filled with TikToks, trophies, and matching necklaces—because if you’re not making waves, are you even living?
