Cathy Engelbert

What Cathy Engelbert said about Tina Charles’ retirement from WNBA

May 5, 2026 @ 10:37am

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.

Cathy Engelbert said WNBA players were ‘emotional’ about housing — the Liberty explain why it’s important

May 1, 2026 @ 9:32am

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Engelbert went viral at the WNBA draft for several of her comments, including what she had to say about team-funded housing.

WNBA unveils record 216-game schedule with massive TV reach

Apr 23, 2026 @ 2:29pm

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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.

‘What’s the Problem?’ — Sports World Reacts As Wings Awkwardly Shut Down Azzi Fudd-Paige Bueckers Dating Question

Apr 16, 2026 @ 4:03pm

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Pro Football Network

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.

Cathy Engelbert’s Gender Remark Sparks Backlash

Apr 14, 2026 @ 3:18pm

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Front Office Sports

The WNBA commissioner’s comment has received plenty of reaction.

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert sparks backlash with abrupt response to questions on her future: 'Would you ask that of a man?'

Apr 14, 2026 @ 12:44pm

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Daily Mail US Sport

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 Ripped For Pulling The Gender Card In Response To A Basic Question

Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:22am

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BroBible

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.

“Always The Victim”: WNBA Fans Slam Cathy Engelbert For Using Gender Inequality Problem After Question on Future as Commissioner

Apr 14, 2026 @ 9:04am

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College Football Network

Fans criticize WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert for bristling when asked about her future as the league's top executive.

WNBA’s Cathy Engelbert gives sharp response to question about her job

Apr 14, 2026 @ 1:38am

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ClutchPoints

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert was beaming with pride as she welcomed the latest batch of rookies in the WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York on Monday. For a stretch, Engelbert had a tension-filled relationship with the players as the WNBA and the WNBA Players Association went back and forth in […] The post WNBA’s Cathy Engelbert gives sharp response to question about her job appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Raises Double Standard on Future Question

Apr 13, 2026 @ 9:32pm

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Athlon Sports

Cathy Engelbert had a sharp response ready when a reporter asked about her future at Monday's WNBA Draft.

‘I Wonder Whether You Would Ask That of a Man’ — WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Gets Blunt With Reporter

Apr 13, 2026 @ 9:21pm

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Pro Football Network

Cathy Engelbert fired back at a reporter who asked about her future, questioning whether a man would face the same question.

When Asked A Simple Question, WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Raises Question Of Gender

Apr 13, 2026 @ 8:54pm

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OutKick

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s tenure appears to be approaching an inflection point, and her response is only intensifying scrutiny.

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s CBA victory lap is short-lived

Apr 13, 2026 @ 8:39pm

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NY Post Sports

Monday should’ve been a celebration, paired with an opportunity to address some of the criticism she and the league are facing. But Cathy Engelbert found herself trying to put out little fires with gasoline.

Cathy Engelbert Aggressively Parries Questions About Her Future at WNBA Draft

Apr 13, 2026 @ 7:47pm

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Front Office Sports

“I wonder whether you would ask that of a man.”

TV and streaming viewing picks for April 13, 2026: How to watch WNBA Draft

Apr 13, 2026 @ 7:00am

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Awful Announcing

All Times Eastern College Basketball Men’s Inside College Basketball — CBS Sports Network, 1 p.m. College Football ACC Huddle: NFL Draft Preview — ACC Network, 5 p.m. Always College Football — ESPN2, 5 p.m. Ross Tucker College Draft — DraftKings Network, 9:30 p.m. College Golf Men’s Western Intercollegiate, Pasatiempo Golf Club, Santa Cruz, CA 1st…

Bill Simmons Calls The WNBA ‘Staggeringly Stupid’ For Adding New Teams In Cleveland, Detroit & Philadelphia

Apr 11, 2026 @ 12:42pm

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Bill Simmons is not a fan of the WNBA’s expansion plans. On Friday, the WNBA announced that they were adding three new teams in Cleveland, Detroit & Philadelphia by 2030. The WNBA and NBA Board of Governors have formally approved WNBA expansion teams in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia. Cleveland will begin play in 2028, Detroit […] The post Bill Simmons Calls The WNBA ‘Staggeringly Stupid’ For Adding New Teams In Cleveland, Detroit & Philadelphia appeared first on BroBible.

REPORT: Hollywood Star Will Smith Joins WNBA Expansion Team Ownership in His Hometown

Apr 7, 2026 @ 7:36am

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Total Pro Sports

The WNBA’s expansion into Philadelphia is gaining momentum, with Will Smith quietly joining the ownership group of the incoming franchise.

Vegas Tourism Drops $100K Aces Deals With No Word on Investigation

Apr 6, 2026 @ 12:49pm

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Front Office Sports

The WNBA has never announced the result of its investigation. The post Vegas Tourism Drops $100K Aces Deals With No Word on Investigation appeared first on Front Office Sports.

“Sounds Like A Job Saving Move”: Caitlin Clark Fans Refuse to Buy Cathy Engelbert’s High Praise For Fever Superstar

Apr 2, 2026 @ 3:15pm

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College Football Network

Caitlin Clark fans criticized WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s recent praise for the Indiana Fever star.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Makes Feelings Clear on Caitlin Clark’s NBC Broadcast Role

Apr 1, 2026 @ 9:25pm

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Pro Football Network

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert speaks about Fever superstar Caitlin Clark's role as an NBA broadcaster with NBC.

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Makes Bold Statement on Flau’jae Johnson Ahead of 2026 Draft

Apr 1, 2026 @ 7:54pm

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College Football Network

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert spoke on LSU Tigers' Flau'jae Johnson's future in the WNBA ahead of the 2026 draft.

Cathy Engelbert touts major WNBA milestone with full revenue share

Apr 1, 2026 @ 5:32pm

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ClutchPoints

The WNBA and the players union finally came to an agreement on a new CBA last month, setting everything in motion for the 2026 season. At the forefront of the new CBA is the subject of revenue sharing, something WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert is excited to see come to fruition. During a recent appearance on […] The post Cathy Engelbert touts major WNBA milestone with full revenue share appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WNBA Commissioner Speaks Out on Caitlin Clark’s Career Move

Apr 1, 2026 @ 3:49pm

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Athlon Sports

Caitlin Clark is set to begin her third WNBA season with the Indiana Fever in 2026, eyeing a return to the playoffs. The former Iowa Hawkeyes guard was forced to miss most of the 2025 season due to numerous injuries, including all of the postseason, limited to just 13 games played. Still, Clark ...

Connecticut Sun Reportedly Sell For Record $300M After WNBA Blocked Higher Bids

Mar 29, 2026 @ 12:40pm

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After months of controversy, the Connecticut Sun are being sold to the Fertitta family and will relocate to Houston.