The Latest Breaking News from Cathy Engelbert

WNBA players and coaches voice issues with hard salary cap, expansion as talented players across league get cut

The past few days have been filled with talented players — highly drafted rookies and veterans alike — getting cut from rosters across the WNBA, sparking debate about team salary caps, expansion and more opportunities for development.

Tribune News Service · May 5, 2022

State Department: Griner’s Release Is ‘Top Priority,’

Russian state media recently reported the WNBA star’s detention will last through at least May 19.

Sports Illustrated · Apr 27, 2022

WNBA commissioner describes Brittney Griner situation as ‘unimaginable’ as league works to secure her release

The 31-year-old WNBA star was detained by Russian authorities on 17 February

The Independent UK · Apr 12, 2022

Sky owner Michael Alter interested in adding investors to help make organizational improvements

Alter believes the timing is right because of the team’s and league’s “attractive” story.

Chicago Sun-Times · Mar 5, 2022

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Says League Can’t Fund Charter Flights for Full Season

Engelbert: “We’re not going to jeopardize the financial health of the league and be irresponsible.”

Sports Illustrated · Mar 4, 2022

How Airplanes Became the WNBA’s Biggest Scandal

The Liberty’s repeated chartering of flights, a violation of CBA rules, is a window into the state of ownership in the league.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 1, 2022

WNBA getting $75 million cash injection

NEW YORK — The WNBA is indeed in thrive mode.

Tribune News Service · Feb 4, 2022