WNBA Owners UNLOAD On Cathy Engelbert Over Caitlin Clark HATE & NEW COMMISSIONER UPDATE…

The WNBA’s front office is once again under fire — this time from within its own ranks.
Multiple WNBA team owners are reportedly furious with Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, accusing her of mishandling the Caitlin Clark situation and failing to protect the league’s biggest star amid an increasingly toxic atmosphere.

According to insider reports circulating this week, several owners confronted Engelbert in a heated private meeting, describing her leadership as “out of touch” and “more interested in optics than growth.” The tension reached a boiling point as owners expressed frustration that Clark — the player single-handedly driving ticket sales, TV ratings, and social media engagement — continues to face disrespect, hostility, and a lack of protection from the league’s top office.

“Cathy’s silence is costing us fans and credibility,” one frustrated owner allegedly said. “We’re losing control of the narrative, and she refuses to act.”

At the core of the dispute is a growing belief among owners that the league should be built around Caitlin Clark’s rising influence, not downplayed to appease critics or veteran players. The rookie sensation’s historic season shattered attendance records, boosted WNBA visibility, and brought new sponsors into the league. Yet, some claim the commissioner’s office has failed to capitalize on that momentum — allowing jealousy and unnecessary controversy to overshadow the sport’s biggest breakthrough moment in years.

In addition, new rumors suggest that the Board of Governors has quietly begun discussing succession options for Engelbert, sparking speculation about a potential new commissioner for 2026. While Engelbert has yet to address the issue publicly, insiders say ownership frustration has been “simmering for months.”

This latest backlash follows weeks of fan outrage online. Clark supporters have accused the league of bias and even “sabotage” after a series of questionable calls, media snubs, and negative storylines. When asked recently about the growing hate directed toward Clark, Engelbert offered a brief and carefully worded response about “supporting all players equally” — a statement that only fueled more anger from the fanbase.

Meanwhile, league insiders say that a faction of owners, including those from high-performing markets like Indiana, Dallas, and Chicago, are pushing for “a culture reset” that prioritizes professionalism, marketing, and star development over politics and internal favoritism.

The timing couldn’t be more crucial. With the 2026 WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations approaching, many owners worry the current instability could scare away investors and damage the league’s fragile public image.

Fans have made their opinions clear. Hashtags like #StandWithCaitlin and #ReplaceCathyNow are trending across social media platforms, with thousands calling for new leadership that “understands the modern fanbase and embraces the game’s new era.”

Whether Engelbert survives the backlash remains to be seen — but one thing is undeniable:
The WNBA is at a turning point.

Either it evolves with Caitlin Clark at the forefront…
Or it risks losing the momentum that finally brought the league into the mainstream.