VICTORY! WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert Has "Decided To Retire At The End Of This Season" And It's About Goddamn Time That League Finds A Leader With A Functioning Spine

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Helluva Friday news dump for the WNBA as we head into Labor Day weekend. Sounds like Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has "decided" to step down at the end of this season. ABOUT GODDAMN TIME!! 

And certainly a polite way to phrase it like that instead of "fired by Adam Silver for being an incompetent arrogant buffoon who did NOTHING to protect the league's Golden Goose". But I'm guessing Shams is just trying to play nice there. I say don't let the door hit ya where the good Lord split ya. Go fade in Bolivian. Rest in piss. Etc. 

(SOURCE) - Multiple high-ranking team sources had recently told ESPN that they believed the 2026 season would likely be Engelbert's last. While Engelbert, 61, has ushered the WNBA into what she's called "hypergrowth" mode, transforming the league into a significantly more prominent sports and entertainment property, her leadership had come into question over the past year. Prominently, Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier said in an explosive end-of-season interview last year that Engelbert was "negligent" in her governance and that the WNBA had the "worst leadership in the world." Shortly after Collier's remarks -- which received widespread support from players -- Engelbert vowed to address any concerns and do better, but sources across the league have told ESPN since that the commissioner has still struggled to develop sufficient relationship equity, not just among players but also owners and upper-level management.

There was increasing discontent in league circles, according to sources, with what many believe is a reactive approach in responding to emerging crises, such as continued officiating problems as well as vitriolic behavior and harassment directed toward players. Engelbert's style and approach have been cited as problematic, while others believe that accessibility and communication between the league and teams have been hurdles. In an interview with The Associated Press, Engelbert insisted that the decision to leave was solely her own and that she did not feel any pressure to step down from NBA or WNBA stakeholders.

Not even trying to be a dick here but that article barely scratches the surface of her unbridled incompetence over the past few years. The headlines don't exactly paint a pretty picture. And they definitely don't exemplify a leader anyone should believe in. Which of course has NOTHING to do with her being a woman and everything to do with her being an ignorant, cowardly prick.  

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Impressive greatest hits collection there for ol' Crusty Cathy. Credit where its due though, she really was working overtime trying to do everything possible to be one of the most unlikeable commissioners in sports history. No stone unturned. And mission ACCOMPLISHED! 

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As far as what's next… I'm sure she'll ride into the sunset still claiming Caitlin Clark had nothing to do with the recent surging revenue & overall expansion for The W. That's just how out of a touch with reality she is. Because if the league was truly better with Cathy leading it, she'd still be leading it. Proof is in the pudding there. 

I'm just thankful Adam Silver made the call and had the black SUVs waiting outside her window. Metaphorically speaking of course. Hopefully he can get Monica McNutt to "decide" to retire next. Cause whew boy brother, do her takes still "suck". 

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Meanwhile, here's the player who actually separates Team USA from everyone else. Could be a smart move to get familiar with her. Frankly would expect nothing less from the BEST female hooper on planet earth. FACE OF THE LEAGUE for a damn reason people! (Wasn't even in the Starting 5 btw)

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Can't wait to watch how CC flourishes playing under a commissioner who has a functioning brain and/or spine. Plus will possibly take real action next time she's assaulted on the court instead of shrinking into a cave. Finally we can all say… The future looks bright for the WNBA. Definitely the most brilliant decision Cathy ever made as commissioner. Better late than never I guess.