Savannah Steel
Women's basketball team based in Savannah, Georgia
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The Savannah Steel are a professional women's basketball team based in Savannah, Georgia. They are an inaugural franchise of the UpShot League, a developmental women's basketball league in the United States. The team will begin play in May 2026 at Enmarket Arena.
| Savannah Steel | |
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| League | UpShot League |
| Founded | January 28, 2025 Savannah, Georgia, U.S. |
| History | 2026– |
| Arena | Enmarket Arena |
| Capacity | 9,500 |
| Location | Savannah, Georgia |
| Team colors | Magenta, Black, White |
| Head coach | Coretta Brown |
| Ownership | Zawyer Sports & Entertainment |
| Website | SteelUpShot.com |
History
In September 2025, the Savannah Steel were announced as the newest franchise in the UpShot League, which launched earlier that year. The team is owned and operated by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment, a company that also owns other franchises in the league.[1][2]
On December 8, 2025, the UpShot League announced the opening weekend matchups for each team. Savannah is scheduled to open its season on May 22 & 24, 2026, against the Greensboro Groove and Jacksonville Waves.[3][4]
Coach
The Savannah Steel's inaugural head coach is Coretta Brown, a Southeast Georgia native and Southeast Bulloch High School alum. Brown's basketball résumé includes being Georgia’s 1999 Gatorade Player of the Year, a standout at the University of North Carolina, and a first-round pick in the 2003 WNBA draft by the San Antonio Silver Stars. Her playing career included stops with the Indiana Fever, Chicago Sky, and overseas before transitioning into coaching.[1]
Name
The team's branding reflects Savannah's industrial heritage, drawing inspiration from the city's ship and railyards, as well as the steel industry. The Steel's identity emphasizes grit, determination, and a commitment to breaking barriers.[1][5]
Arena
The Savannah Steel will host their home games at Enmarket Arena, a venue located in downtown Savannah. The arena has a capacity of 9,500 spectators.[1]
