
Forest overcome Porto to book Europa League semi-final against Villa
Nottingham Forest beats Porto 2-1 on aggregate to reach Europa League semi-finals!
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert responded to inquiries about her future, emphasizing that the focus should be on the league's growth and the individuals contributing to its success. She pushed back against the emphasis on her role.
Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert addressed questions about her future with the league, pushing back on the focus being placed solely on her role.
As the WNBA continues to grow in visibility and influence, leadership questions have naturally become part of the conversation.
However, Engelbert made it clear that she believes the spotlight should be directed elsewhere, particularly toward the people driving the league forward on a daily basis.
Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images
Engelbert responded to the question in a clip shared via Yahoo Sports, where she addressed how long she plans to remain in her role.
She said, âI do crack up how everybodyâs focused on me, and you should be focused on the hundreds of amazing women and thousands of women who run this league outside of myself.â
The comment reflects her desire to highlight the broader ecosystem behind the WNBA, pointing to the many individuals who contribute to its operations and continued growth.
Rather than centring the conversation on one figure, Engelbert emphasised the collective effort behind the leagueâs success.
It also signals a leadership approach that prioritises visibility for others, particularly within an organisation that continues to expand its reach.
Engelbert also addressed the nature of the question itself, suggesting there may be a broader issue in how such topics are approached.
She added, âI appreciate that youâre focused on me as well. I wonder if you would ask that of a man, by the way, but I realize as women we get asked different questions than men do.â
The response introduces a wider conversation about gender dynamics in leadership, particularly in sports where representation at the executive level has historically been limited.
By raising that point, Engelbert added context beyond her own position, highlighting how scrutiny and questioning can differ depending on who is in charge.
As the WNBA continues its upward trajectory, her remarks underline that the conversation around leadership is not just about tenure, but also about how those roles are perceived and discussed.
Read more:
Cathy Engelbert stated that the focus should not be solely on her role but rather on the people driving the league's progress.
Leadership questions are arising as the WNBA continues to grow in visibility and influence, prompting discussions about its direction.
Cathy Engelbert is contributing to the WNBA's growth by advocating for the league's development and highlighting the efforts of those working within it.

Nottingham Forest beats Porto 2-1 on aggregate to reach Europa League semi-finals!

Crystal Palace defy Fiorentina to reach Conference League semi-finals

Brighton is set to face Tottenham this weekend, with predictions leaning towards a Brighton victory.

Texas court finds Theodore Knox negligent, orders $2.8M payment in crash case

Is Mbappé the issue at Real Madrid? Insights from Sophia Wilson.
Mbappe assures fans Real Madrid will start winning again soon after Champions League exit.
See every story in Sports â including breaking news and analysis.