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WNBA Stars Launch StudBudz, Celebrating Friendship and LGBTQIA+ Identity

10/29/2025

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Courtney Williams (Minnesota Lynx) and Natisha T. Hiedeman (Minnesota Lynx) formed the duo StudBudz to celebrate their friendship and LGBTQIA+ identity.
Their social media presence began in June 2025.
They have more than 78,000 Twitch followers.
They generated significant viewership during a 72-hour All-Star weekend livestream.
Ahead of the upcoming WNBA season, they plan to expand their brand and merchandise, inspired by successful Twitch creators.

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Story summary

Courtney Williams (Minnesota Lynx) and Natisha T. Hiedeman (Minnesota Lynx) formed the duo StudBudz to celebrate their friendship and LGBTQIA+ identity.
Their social media presence began in June 2025.
They have more than 78,000 Twitch followers.
They generated significant viewership during a 72-hour All-Star weekend livestream.
Ahead of the upcoming WNBA season, they plan to expand their brand and merchandise, inspired by successful Twitch creators.