Connecticut Sun Complete Third Sellout of 2025 Season with Indiana Fever Game at TD Garden
Uncasville, CT – July 15, 2025 – Thrill rippled through the WNBA and beyond today as the Connecticut Sun officially announced that their Friday evening showdown against the Indiana Fever at Boston’s iconic TD Garden has completely sold out. Scheduled to tip-off at 8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on July 15, this clash has drawn an enthusiastic, capacity crowd—marking the third time this season that the Sun have drawn a full house and highlighting the escalating passion and support for women’s basketball.
This particular matchup is significant in several respects. Not only is it the second WNBA game ever hosted at TD Garden—a Coveted venue more commonly associated with NHL and NBA giants—but it is also the second time in as many years that the Connecticut Sun have managed to sell out the arena. The first time occurred last August 20, 2024, when they dispatched the Los Angeles Sparks in front of a fervent Boston crowd. Now, with the Indiana Fever set to arrive, history repeats itself: the Garden has again been filled to the brim with fans eager to celebrate top‑tier women’s professional sports.
A Night of Pride at TD Garden
Glen Thornborough, President of TD Garden and Chief Operating Officer of the Boston Bruins, shared his enthusiasm about this milestone. He described the sellout as “an incredible milestone,” expressing unabashed pride in the growing fervor around women’s basketball. Thornborough highlighted that this moment attests to both the “undeniable growth and enthusiasm” for professional women’s sports, particularly in the Boston area. It’s a sign, he said, of both challenger teams and fans embracing the Sun’s presence and contributions to Boston’s rich sporting narrative.
“It’s an honor,” Thornborough remarked, “to provide a stage that amplifies these athletes and gives them the platform they genuinely deserve.” He continued, underscoring the importance of having women’s basketball shine on big stages like TD Garden, and lauded the fans whose enthusiasm has turned these games into electrifying events. His comments reflect a deep-rooted organizational commitment to leveraging the Garden’s storied history and reputation as a center for sports and entertainment excellence—and bringing women’s basketball into that limelight.
A Third Sellout, Another Record
The sheer volume of tickets purchased—19,156 in total—represents a remarkable achievement on several levels. It’s not just the third consecutive sold‑out crowd of the Sun’s 2025 campaign; it’s also the third‑highest recorded attendance for any WNBA contest so far this season. Furthermore, within the franchise’s history, it now ranks as the second-largest crowd ever to witness a Connecticut Sun game—a testament to the team’s growing popularity and the expanding appetite for high-impact women’s sports events.
This impressive attendance comes shortly after the Sun already demonstrated their drawing power earlier this season, selling out two other fixtures and repeatedly igniting buzz across fan communities and media platforms. While those earlier games were held in Uncasville—home territory for the franchise—this Boston engagement underscores the Sun’s ability to capture the imagination of a wider regional market. They’re proving adept at turning every away game, whether at home arenas or prestigious out-of-city venues, into a full-fledged celebration—and each sold ticket points to intensified interest, media attention, and ticket demand.
Taking the Big Stage Again
For Connecticut Sun President Jen Rizzotti, this milestone is both validation and a launchpad for future growth. Reflecting on the previous year’s success, when the Sun first played in Boston, she emphasized that the “energy and enthusiasm” from the broader New England region were truly “phenomenal.” That overwhelming reception last August did more than electrify one evening; it helped forge a deeper connection with regional fans, opening avenues to grow the team’s brand and bolster support across state lines.
By doubling down with another game in Boston this season, Rizzotti said the franchise is determined to build on that momentum. She emphasized that “women’s basketball belongs on the biggest stages,” underscoring a belief that the sport should command attention in the most prestigious venues—and that fans are keen to celebrate it on those platforms.
Rizzotti elaborated: “We are proud to continue building that momentum and connecting with our New England fan base.” Her vision goes beyond a single game. It’s about long-term expansion: growing season ticket memberships, sustaining heightened media narratives, and giving players grander platforms to showcase their talents. Through this repeat sellout, that vision is already in motion.
Access & Opportunities for Fans
To keep the momentum going, the Sun’s media release makes clear that regular‑season home‑game tickets—and potential re‑sale tickets—remain available via Ticketmaster. Although the Boston fixture is officially sold out, die‑hard fans in Connecticut and beyond can still buy tickets to other home games via the well‑known third‑party outlet.
For supporters eager to ensure they don’t miss any future action—especially beyond 2025—the team is proactively preparing for the 2026 campaign. Fans can join the 2026 season‑ticket waitlist by either visiting Ticketmaster or phoning the Connecticut Sun’s dedicated hotline at 1‑877‑SUN‑TIXX. Through this system, prospective season‑ticket holders will be contacted when 2026 allocations become available. For those more tuned into personalized service, speaking with the Sun’s Account Executives via the hotline offers more traditional, high‑touch guidance—no small thing for fans looking to secure premium season seats.
About TD Garden
But what makes this sellout truly special is the venue itself: TD Garden. Owned and operated by Delaware North, this arena has anchored Boston’s entertainment landscape since opening its doors on September 30, 1995. Over the past 25 years, it has generated over $365 million in direct economic impact within the Greater Boston area—just from national-scale events alone. That figure excludes the constant draw of its resident home teams: the NHL’s Boston Bruins and the NBA’s Boston Celtics.
From storied sporting events to political conventions, the Garden has hosted a roster of marquee occasions—including the Democratic National Convention, NHL All-Star Game, NCAA Frozen Four ice hockey championships, NCAA Women’s Final Four, U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, U.S. Figure Skating Championships, and ISU World Figure Skating Championships, among many others. Through this lens, adding yet another sold‑out WNBA game feels like a natural extension of the Garden’s legacy.
Within this tapestry, the Connecticut Sun’s presence takes on layered significance. They’re not just another team passing through; they’re becoming part of the storied fabric of TD Garden’s historic roster of events. Each sellout is like a domino in a larger narrative—one in which women’s sports increasingly command the same respect, attention, and celebratory energy traditionally reserved for typically male‑dominated leagues and events.
The Broader Context & Cultural Impact
This announcement is more than a simple ticketing update; it’s emblematic of the shifting dynamics in professional sports fandom. The rapid succession of sellouts suggests a market ripe for the growth of the WNBA—a league that, for years, has held promise but sometimes struggled for mainstream visibility. Yet in cities like Boston and regions like New England, fans are proving their appetite for high‑caliber women’s professional basketball.
Institutional validation comes from all corners—organizations like TD Garden, corporate supporters, media outlets, and local governments—all recognizing the Sun’s traction. At the same time, fans—through rapid ticket sales and vocal support—demonstrate a cultural shift in what they want to see: not exhibitions, but meaningful, competitive sporting events with narratives, stars, and stakes.
This energy is neither fleeting nor superficial. It’s built on genuine engagement: fans showing up in record numbers, merchandise sales climbing, and multi‑media coverage increasing. Schools and grassroots organizations are paying attention too. The emergence of role models in women’s basketball, on and off the court, holds transformational power, especially for younger generations. With high‑visibility games in high‑visibility places, aspiring young athletes can see what’s possible—an effect that words alone cannot produce.
Planning Ahead & Sustaining Momentum
Now that the Indiana Fever game is settled, attention turns to future plans. The Sun and TD Garden see this not as a standalone success but as a springboard for deeper collaborations in future seasons. Perhaps more Boston‑area games, celebrity community outreach, joint youth clinics, and cross‑promotions are on the horizon. The public statement strongly hints at many possibilities.
Similarly, the Sun themselves are already planning ahead. The waitlist—open now for the 2026 season—signals a structured, forward‑looking ticketing model. Fans are encouraged to lock in their commitment early and stay positioned for premium seating. Meanwhile, Ticketmaster remains the active portal for regular games, ensuring that silver‑liner fans can stay engaged even if they can’t make the Boston game.
A Win for the WNBA, and Beyond
All of this adds up to a broader victory—not only for the Connecticut Sun, but for the WNBA as a whole, for women’s sports advocates, and for the Boston market. On a singular Friday night, a game that pits two Eastern Conference teams becomes a symbol of something bigger: growth, ripeness, and a cultural turning point.
At previous games, teams and milestone figures in the WNBA have described Boston as a city “ready to embrace” women’s sports. Last year’s inaugural Sun game at TD Garden confirmed this belief. Now, with a second performance, a second sell‑out, and a stronger statement, the city embraces a trajectory. Along with fans, teams, sponsors, and media, the larger sports industry gains yet another data point confirming: women’s basketball can thrive—and thrive spectacularly—on the grand stage.
In Summary
1. The Connecticut Sun’s July 15 game against the Indiana Fever at 8 PM EST in Boston’s TD Garden is sold out—marking the third sellout of the 2025 campaign.
2. TD Garden hosted its second WNBA game ever (first was in August 2024, Sun vs Sparks), sealing its reputation as an emerging hotspot for women’s pro hoops.
3. With 19,156 tickets sold, the game ranks among the top three largest WNBA attendances this season—and second‑largest in franchise history.
4. Glen Thornborough praised the sellout as proof of fan excitement and institutional support for elevating women’s sports.
5. Jen Rizzotti emphasized that the Boston repeat performance builds on last year’s success—and continues establishing a strong New England fan base.
6. Fans can still find tickets to Connecticut home games via Ticketmaster, and can join the 2026 season‑ticket waitlist by calling 1‑877‑SUN‑TIXX or speaking to Sun Account Executives.
7. TD Garden, operated by Delaware North since 1995, has delivered over $365 million in local economic impact through high‑profile events—and is now a key destination for women’s basketball.
8. The sellout is part of a wider trend: surging growth in women’s sports, evidenced by increased media attention, grassroots engagement, and institutional recognition.
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