Chicago crowd reacts negatively to Cathy Engelbert at All-Star Weekend
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 5:53 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
During the WNBA All-Star Weekend, a crowd in Chicago booed league commissioner Cathy Engelbert when she was introduced at Wintrust Arena. This response follows comments from ESPN's Alexa Philippou, who reported that sources expect Engelbert's tenure to end after this season. Concerns about her leadership and relationships with key stakeholders have been prominent, especially following criticism regarding officiating and player safety. Engelbert, facing scrutiny, remains determined to continue her role through the challenges ahead.
- •Cathy Engelbert booed during her introduction at All-Star Weekend.
- •Sources predict Engelbert's contract will not be renewed after this season.
- •Criticism has focused on her leadership style and stakeholder relationships.
- •Concerns have been raised over officiating and player safety under her tenure.
- 5:53 AMYahoo Sports — Chicago Crowd Captures Attention With Their Treatment of Cathy Engelbert as Sources Predict 2026 Could Be Her Final Season
"Azzi Fudd made history by becoming the first rookie to win the WNBA’s 3-Point Contest on Friday night. While the Dallas Wings guard was celebrating her achievement, league commissioner Cathy Engelbert, who was also present, didn’t get a warm welcome.
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