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WNBA commissioner discusses potential return to New England in 2030s

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:07 AM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

WNBA commissioner discusses potential return to New England in 2030s

Summary

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert mentioned a possible league return to New England in the 2030s after the Connecticut Sun's recent sale. The Sun was sold to Tilman Fertitta, who plans to relocate the team to Houston. Engelbert emphasized New England's strong sports market as a factor for a potential expansion bid from local ownership. However, she noted no recent bids were submitted during the last expansion process. Engelbert's comments followed the announcement of several games planned in Hartford and Boston this year, indicating continued interest in the region.

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Status Watch

•Cathy Engelbert spoke to reporters on June 12, 2026.
•The Connecticut Sun was sold to Tilman Fertitta for $300 million.
•Fertitta plans to relocate the Sun to Houston and revive the Comets.
•New England had no bids during the last WNBA expansion process.
•Engelbert cited a potential for expansion bids from New England ownership groups.

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3:07 AMYahoo Sports — Cathy Engelbert says the WNBA could return to New England in 2030s

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WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said there's a possibility the league could return to New England in the 2030s following the sale of the Sun.
— Yahoo Sports

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