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Caitlyn Jenner reviews WNBA draft possibility amid eligibility discussions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 10:40 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Caitlyn Jenner reviews WNBA draft possibility amid eligibility discussions

Summary

Caitlyn Jenner is considering entering the WNBA draft as discussions about player eligibility continue. Partnering with Enes Kanter, Jenner aims to push for clearer biological guidelines and has suggested holding a public peace summit with WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. The league has not provided updates regarding its collective bargaining agreement even as teams return to practice after the FIBA World Cup. Jenner expressed her interest in the draft during a recent phone call with Kanter, stating she aligns with ongoing efforts to clarify eligibility rules.

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Key Details

•Caitlyn Jenner supports Enes Kanter's push for WNBA policy changes.
•Jenner considers joining the WNBA draft, potentially in 2027.
•No updates on the WNBA's eligibility guidelines as of now.
•League continues to face scrutiny over player eligibility rules.
•Commissioner Cathy Engelbert has not addressed the ongoing discussions.

Latest Updates

10:40 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I’m like a real trans person’ – Caitlyn Jenner shares WNBA draft plan after Enes Kanter phone call

What they're saying

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The WNBA is taking that long to end the biological debate that even Caitlyn Jenner is considering entering the draft. Enes Kanter and Caitlyn Jenner have kept the pressure on the WNBA over its player eligibility rules, with Jenner backing calls for tighter biological guidelines.
— Yahoo Sports

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