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"They really don’t like her", "The boos were so loud" - WNBA Fans Lose It Over Valkyries' Reaction To Cathy Engelbert Facing Loud Boos At Chase Center Sportskeeda
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert was booed during the Golden State Valkyries' championship ceremony, and fans online were quick to react.
It’s the last Finals appearance for WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
"Like all cowards, it came out and it bit you" - Dan Dakich explains why Cathy Engelbert missed a historic opportunity in the WNBA Basketball Network
The Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream have provided an entertaining WNBA Finals. The Valkyries lead the series 3-2 after Monday’s 64-55 win. They defeated Angel Reese and co. in back-to-back games to inch closer to the title. However, the discourse has slightly shifted from basketball. The venue for Game 6 was changed from […]
Game 6 between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries is scheduled for Thursday at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia. The game has been moved from the Dream’s regular venue, Gateway Center Arena, which seats 3,500, to the Atlanta Hawks’ 17,000-seat home. However, the venue change might be a big logistical issue. Game […]
The WNBA Finals are tied at 2-2 between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream. Game 5 is on Monday night in San Francisco, but Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday in Atlanta. The Hawks also play on Thursday, so there were rumblings that the game could be played at the Gateway Center, which holds … The post Fans blast the WNBA after bizarre Game 6 decision appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
There are already plenty of fair criticisms of the WNBA’s frequently inept operation, so it didn’t need to throw another log on that fire. But somehow, the league found a way to do exactly that on Monday. After the Golden State Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday,…
The series is tied at 2 entering Game 5 on Monday.
Adam Silver announced Engelbert’s retirement in September.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert angers the basketball community with her controversial comments during Olivia Miles’ ROY ceremony.
Sophie Cunningham of the Indiana Fever has hinted that a leadership change at the top of the WNBA could be coming after this season. The veteran guard recently suggested commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s position might become available at year’s end. Cunningham said the league needs someone bold and confident who prioritizes the players. She acknowledged Engelbert … The post Sophie Cunningham floats idea of WNBA commissioner shakeup appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Stephen A. Smith has had it up to here with the WNBA. There’s no one that talks more about sports than Stephen A. Smith. He does get paid a lot of money to do so, but one might think that Smith could get a little burnt out blabbering about sports around the clock like he does. The man is on ESPN around the clock talking about every sport under the sun. Football game on? He’s there to talk about it. […] The post Stephen A. Smith Blasts WNBA Off-Court Drama In 26-Minute Rant: “The League Needs To Wake Up” first appeared on Whiskey Riff.
The proliferation of sports betting and legalized gambling has led to a series of scandals across pro and college sports. Traditionally, players betting on their own games has been seen as a red line for all major pro sports. Apparently not so for the WNBA, though! The WNBA posted a video of star players Paige…
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has had her hands full navigating the explosive growth of the league that has occurred since the arrival of the 2024 draft class, which brought the transformational presence of Indiana Fever point guard Caitlin Clark. Since the Fever selected Clark first overall, the league has experienced record numbers in game attendance…
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert has established a task force to improve officiating, but head of officiating Monty McCutchen says it will take time for the league to see the benefits on the court
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert praised Tina Charles’ career and impact on the league after the veteran forward announced her retirement from the WNBA following a 14-year career. Charles announced her retirement Tuesday, closing one of the most accomplished careers in league history. Engelbert issued a statement the same day, recognizing Charles’ achievements on and off […] The post What Cathy Engelbert said about Tina Charles’ retirement from WNBA appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Engelbert went viral at the WNBA draft for several of her comments, including what she had to say about team-funded housing.
The WNBA is stepping into a new era in 2026, and the numbers back it up. The league announced a record-setting 216-game schedule, paired with its most expansive national broadcast lineup to date. This marks the first season under a newly structured media rights agreement, one designed to push the league’s visibility to new heights, […] The post WNBA unveils record 216-game schedule with massive TV reach appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Wings sparked a major debate after shutting down a question about Azzi Fudd and Paige Bueckers’ relationship, and the sports world had mixed reactions.
The WNBA commissioner’s comment has received plenty of reaction.
With tensions between the WNBA league office and players still at a high, commissioner Cathy Engelbert did not handle a question about her longevity in her position with grace.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert was asked a standard question about her future at the league and chose to make it about gender. Engelbert’s response has since blown up in her face. At the 2026 WNBA Draft, a reporter referenced NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s recent uncertainty about his own plans and asked Engelbert about her tenure, […] The post WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Ripped For Pulling The Gender Card In Response To A Basic Question appeared first on BroBible.
Fans criticize WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for bristling when asked about her future as the league's top executive.
