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WNBA Commissioner Makes Strong Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Rivalry Statement

The WNBA is growing like never before. Now, the commissioner of the league is opening up on why. Cathy Engelbert didn’t shy away from the obvious during

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WNBA announces task force to combat hate

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that the league has assembled a dedicated task force for combating hate and vitriol directed toward players and teams.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / March 12

WNBA draft scheduled for April 14 in New York City

The 2025 WNBA Draft will be held April 14 in New York City. The Dallas Wings have the No. 1 pick, followed by the Seattle Storm. The Washington Mystics have the next two selections, with the expansion Golden State Valkyries owning the fifth choice.

Cleveland Cavaliers News / Field Level Media / November 20

Cavaliers ownership group to bid for WNBA team in Cleveland

Cleveland is looking to rejoin the WNBA.

The greatest WNBA teams of all time

The 'WNBA All-Star game MVP' quiz

Connecticut Huskies News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall WNBA Draft picks' quiz

Since its inception in 1997, the WNBA has seen 28 draft picks go first overall, counting the inaugural season's Elite draft, which selected already graduated players who had already been playing professionally on other American teams or overseas. How many of these 28 players can you name?

The 'WNBA MVP award winners' quiz

The 'WNBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'WNBA single season scoring leaders' quiz

WNBA News / Yardbarker / November 8

10 burning questions about the WNBA offseason

The WNBA is fresh off a monumental season in which it saw record numbers in viewership and attendance, mostly thanks to the arrival of superstar Caitlin Clark. What's next?

Angel Reese highlights salary disparity: Will new leagues compete for top talent?

WNBA superstar sheds light on unique bond with late Kobe Bryant, Gigi

Why Philadelphia should be the WNBA's next expansion city

WNBA legend Candice Dupree secures first HBCU basketball win

Whoopi Goldberg launches all-women's sports TV network

Seattle Storm News / Yardbarker / October 21

Why WNBA CBA re-negotiation appears to be rare positive moment in sports politics

The Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) announced Monday that it has opted out of the current collective bargaining agreement and will enter into negotiations with the league for a new deal.

Watch: WNBA players tell fans about CBA opt-out with social media video

Liberty claim first WNBA title behind Finals MVP Jonquel Jones

LeBron James, Candace Parker question officiating in Game 5 of WNBA Finals

The 20 all-time greatest WNBA rookie seasons

The 'WNBA Finals MVP' quiz

WNBA Looking to Add Another Expansion Team Before 2028 Season

As the WNBA's popularity continues to grow, it is looking for more expansion opportunities. By 2026, the league will grow from 12 teams to 15. But commissioner Cathy Engelbert actually wants to see at least one more team added in the next few years.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / October 13

This Week in Women’s Basketball: Best-of-seven Finals in 2025

As the 2024 WNBA Finals roll on, the league is preparing for next season, announcing changes to the playoff format, as well as the date of the 2025 WNBA Draft Lottery.

Golden State Warriors News / Golden State of Mind / October 11

Golden State Valkyries assigned 5th overall selection in 2025 WNBA Draft

The expansion franchise will not be starting from the top spot in the draft next summer. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert revealed that the Golden State Valkyries have been assigned the fifth overall pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, which will take place on April 14.

WNBA Announces Changes to Regular Season Schedule, Playoff Format

Some big changes are coming to the WNBA in 2025. League commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that there will be more regular season games and a new playoff format moving forward.

WNBA News / FirstSportz / September 19

WNBA announces expansion in 2026 as team in Portland will become 15th franchise

The city of Portland today got exciting news as the WNBA announced that it will be home to the league’s 15th franchise. The new team is set to begin play in the 2026 season.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / September 18

WNBA adds 15th franchise with return to Portland

The WNBA on Wednesday announced it has awarded Portland as the league's 15th franchise. The move comes less than 11 months after WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert wrote a letter to U.S.

WNBA News / Swish Appeal / September 15

This Week in Women’s Basketball: What’s next for Commissioner, WNBA players?

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert’s failure to forthrightly call out the racism and sexism directed at WNBA players resulted in a week-long fall out. What’s next for the Commissioner and the players?

WNBA News / Yardbarker / September 11

Union's criticism of commissioner latest example of WNBA unable to get out of its own way

It seems the WNBA can't get out of its own way as the sport rises to uncharted territory, thanks to Caitlin Clark.

WNBA rookie Angel Reese out for season with wrist injury

Charles Barkley rips coverage of WNBA star Caitlin Clark

Ex-Suns employee files discrimination, wrongful termination complaint against team

The 20 all-time greatest WNBA rookie seasons

The 'WNBA MVPs' quiz

WNBA News / Fastbreak on SI / September 10

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert catches heat for Angel Reese-Caitlin Clark comments

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert is facing serious backlash after comments made regarding the rivalry between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark. Several fans and players took to social media to share their thoughts after Engelbert made an appearance on CNBC's Power Lunch show.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 21

WNBA could add 4 games to 2025 schedule

WNBA teams could play a 44-game schedule in the regular season in 2025, an increase of four per club. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert confirmed the potential for expansion on Saturday while speaking to reporters before the league's All-Star Game.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / July 17

Report: WNBA agrees to $2.2B for media rights in 11-year deal

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert actually set her sights too low in April when she said she wanted the league to double its current national media rights fees.

WNBA News / Beyond Women's Sports / June 26

Commissioner’s Cup Final: Minnesota Lynx – New York Liberty

Let me get this out of the way before I dive into the game. When Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced Napheesa Collier as the MVP, anyone who was watching, either a Lynx fan or a Liberty, knew that Bridget Carleton deserved that award.

WNBA News / 5 GOATs / June 12

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert addresses idea Caitlin Clark is being ‘targeted’

The conversation about whether Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark is being “targeted” at the WNBA level has made its way to the commissioner’s office. In an interview with USA Today’s Josh Peter, Cathy Engelbert weighed in on the discussion.

Canada getting WNBA team

The WNBA will be expanding to Canada, the commissioner announced today. Cathy Engelbert, WNBA commissioner held a press event to unveil the news to media for another Toronto sports team.

WNBA News / Fastbreak on SI / May 7

WNBA to Begin Utilizing Charter Flights Full Time

The WNBA is about to take a major step forward in terms of its travel accommodations. League commissioner Cathy Engelbert revealed on Tuesday that the WNBA plans to utilize charter flights on a full-time basis.

WNBA News / Viral Sports News / April 16, 2024

WNBA Reveals Massive Expansion Plans Amid Rising Popularity

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert shared an optimistic outlook on Monday, projecting that the WNBA will expand to include 16 teams by 2028 and aims to introduce a 14th team by 2026.

WNBA News / Yardbarker / November 2, 2023

Details emerge on collapse of bid for WNBA expansion in Portland

A WNBA revival in Portland will have to wait, with details of the impasse between the bidding prospective owner and the league offices coming to light.

The greatest WNBA teams of all time

WNBA News / Yardbarker / April 10, 2023