WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Announces Retirement Effective After 2026 Season
Cathy Engelbert, the WNBA's first commissioner, will retire at the end of the 2026 season after a tenure marked by both league growth and controversy.
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The Hill ↗Cathy Engelbert announces retirement effective end of 2026 season
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