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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire in December after seven year tenure
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· September 4, 2026
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Key points Commissioner Cathy Engelbert will step down at year's end, concluding her time leading the league. The NBA has expressed gratitude for her commitment to advancing women's basketball.
A significant change is coming to the WNBA. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert will step down at year's end, concluding her time leading the league. Her tenure has been marked by notable developments, including a new collective bargaining agreement that has raised player salaries. Engelbert's leadership has had a lasting impact on women's basketball. Further details about her decision and legacy are available from the source. Engelbert's retirement will bring an end to her seven years of service, a period that has seen substantial growth for the WNBA.
Her time at the helm will be remembered for its transformative effects on the league.
The NBA has expressed gratitude for her commitment to advancing women's basketball.
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Category: government Published: September 4, 2026 Source: WXYZ Channel 7 (ABC Detroit) - News Reading time: 1 min
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