The WNBA has announced that its league will start in July and conduct a 22-game regular season.

Per a press release, the WNBA is finalizing a partnership that would make IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, the official home of the 2020 campaign:

“We are finalizing a season start plan to build on the tremendous momentum generated in the league during the offseason and have used the guiding principles of health and safety of players and essential staff to establish necessary and extensive protocols,” said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert.

“We will continue to consult with medical experts and public health officials as well as players, team owners and other stakeholders as we move forward with our execution plan.  And, despite the disruption caused by the global pandemic to our 2020 season, the WNBA and its Board of Governors believe strongly in supporting and valuing the elite women athletes who play in the WNBA and therefore, players will receive their full pay and benefits during the 2020 season.”

With the WNBA also heading to Florida for its 2020 season, it joins the NBA and MLS in the Sunshine State to play games.

WNBA teams are scheduled to report to IMG Academy in early July. The regular season will tip-off in late July after each squad gets ample time to train during training camp.

Just like the NBA, there will be no fans at the games due to COVID-19. However, fans of the WNBA can watch the games on ESPN, CBS and NBA TV.

The WNBA will also continue to build on its commitment to social justice. The league supports its players when it comes to launching a social justice platform to speak out on racism in America.

The Washington Mystics are the reigning defending champions. Elena Delle Donne won Finals MVP despite playing through injuries.