Cathy Engelbert addresses Alyssa Thomas's safety concerns in WNBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:24 PM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert responded to Alyssa Thomas's callout regarding safety concerns on June 30, 2026. Thomas, who received a one-game suspension for a Flagrant 2 foul, stated she has faced life threats since the incident. Engelbert emphasized the league's commitment to safety and well-being, condemning all forms of hate within the community. Thomas criticized Engelbert for her silence on the threats she and her teammates have received and expressed disappointment with the league's response. Engelbert reportedly reached out to Thomas via text after the incident, but it remains unclear if the player accepted the invitation to discuss further.
- •Alyssa Thomas received a Flagrant 2 foul and one-game suspension.
- •Thomas claims to have received life threats related to the incident.
- •Engelbert condemned hate and emphasized player safety.
- •Thomas expressed disappointment in Engelbert's lack of public response.
- •Engelbert reached out to Thomas for further communication.
- 11:24 PMYahoo Sports — Cathy Engelbert Responds to Alyssa Thomas’s Callout
"Thomas received a Flagrant 2 foul and one-game suspension last week.
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