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WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert blames the wrong people for ‘sowing divisiveness’ in transgender debate
Friday, August 21, 2026
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert said outside groups are using the league to create division over transgender athletes and related political debates. Engelbert did not specify which groups or provide examples of the statements she was referring to. The statement comes as the WNBA has fielded questions from players, media, and the public regarding its policies on transgender athlete participation.
