Cathy Engelbert faces criticism after canceling Dan Patrick interview
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert canceled a scheduled interview with Dan Patrick shortly before it was set to begin at the American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe. The cancellation occurred after significant promotion, leading to questions about her leadership amid ongoing criticism regarding her handling of recent controversies, including CBA negotiations and player safety concerns. Media figures Linda Cohn and Jemele Hill emphasized the importance of Engelbert addressing the tough questions that have emerged, particularly when fans and lawmakers seek clarity on pressing issues in the league.
- •Engelbert canceled a highly anticipated interview with Dan Patrick.
- •Media personalities criticized her leadership in light of current controversies.
- •Previous criticism included delays in CBA negotiations and threats to players.
- •Cancellation followed a week of promotion for the interview.
- •Critics urge Engelbert to engage with tough questions to enhance league credibility.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — “Start Acting Like a Commissioner”: Sports Media Voices Question Cathy Engelbert for Canceling Scheduled Interview
"WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert hasn’t been able to catch a break. Napheeesa Collier called her out for the CBA negotiation delays last October, and last month Alyssa Thomas noted her initial silence on the threats she received after the June 24 flagrant foul incident.
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