WNBA Begins Search for Cathy Engelbert’s Successor
The WNBA is actively searching for a replacement for Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, who announced her retirement at the end of the year. A search firm has been appointed to vet potential candidates for the role.
Terre Haute, IN, October 17, 2026 —
The WNBA has begun looking for a successor to Commissioner Cathy Engelbert, who announced that she will retire at the end of the year. The league has appointed a search firm to vet potential candidates for the position.
The announcement establishes that a search is underway, but the information provided does not identify the firm or any candidates. It also does not specify when the search began, how many people are being considered, or when the league expects to select a successor.
Engelbert’s retirement is described as taking effect at the end of the year, though the year itself was not specified. No further details were provided about her plans after leaving the role or about any transition arrangements at the league.
The appointment of a firm to vet candidates is the only process detail available. The information does not describe the criteria the league will use, who will make the final selection, or whether the search will include internal candidates. It also does not include statements from Engelbert or league representatives.
For now, the confirmed developments are limited: Engelbert has announced her retirement at year’s end, and the WNBA is working to identify a replacement with assistance from a search firm. Further details about the candidates, timetable and selection process were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.mywabashvalley.com, see more information here.
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