Dan Dakich criticizes Cathy Engelbert following WNBA commissioner retirement announcement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 12:47 PM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
Former Indiana University Hoosiers interim head coach Dan Dakich has publicly criticized outgoing WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. In a recent YouTube video, Dakich labeled her the worst commissioner in professional sports history and questioned her leadership during a period of significant growth for the league. He argued that the league's increased success is tied primarily to the popularity of Caitlin Clark, asserting that Engelbert failed to support the player during her tenure. Additionally, Dakich attacked the commissioner's public stance on transgender athletes. Engelbert is scheduled to step down from her position on December 31, 2026. The league is currently preparing for a leadership transition, with reports indicating that the search process for a successor is expected to begin later this month.
- •Cathy Engelbert announced she will retire as WNBA commissioner on December 31, 2026.
- •Dan Dakich criticized Engelbert's handling of league controversies and her support for Caitlin Clark.
- •The league plans to begin the search for a new commissioner later this month.
- •NBA Commissioner Adam Silver credited Engelbert with overseeing a period of significant growth.
- 12:47 PMYahoo Sports — “You Were Gutless” – Former Indiana Coach Slams Cathy Engelbert After Retirement Announcement
"Cathy Engelbert’s retirement announcement has stirred up the WNBA world. As the league begins its search for a new leader, experts are slamming her over multiple controversies. The most recent addition is the former Indiana University Hoosiers interim head coach Dan Dakich. In a recent YouTube video, Dakich discussed Engelbert’s retirement announcement and comments from [...]
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