WNBA

2024 - 9 - 25

From Numbers to Nets: The Unexpected Journey of Cathy Engelbert!

Caitlin Clark - Cathy Engelbert - Connecticut Sun - Indiana Fever - Las Vegas Aces - New York Liberty - WNBA Playoffs

Find out how Cathy Engelbert went from crunching numbers at Deloitte to leading the WNBA and what it means for women in sports!

Cathy Engelbert's transition from the boardroom to the basketball court is nothing short of remarkable. After dedicating an impressive 33 years to the Big Four accounting firm Deloitte, where she served as CEO, Engelbert took a leap into the world of sports. In 2019, she made headlines as the first-ever commissioner of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). Her ascent to this pivotal role is a testament to her leadership prowess, showcasing how skills honed in corporate environments can translate successfully to the sports sector.

The WNBA has faced its share of challenges, from equity in pay to increasing visibility and fans. Engelbert’s corporate background positions her uniquely to tackle these issues. She brings a wealth of experience in strategic planning and management to the league, focusing on growth, marketing, and player welfare. Under her stewardship, the WNBA has seen significant strides, including new sponsorship deals and heightened social media engagement. Engelbert's vision aims to elevate the league not just as a sports entity but as a beacon for female empowerment in athletics.

Engelbert also advocates for the social justice movements that resonate strongly with many players in the league. This is a crucial part of Engelbert’s agenda; she understands that today’s athletes are not just competitors on the court, but also influencers off it. By aligning the WNBA’s mission with social causes, she not only strengthens the community within the league but also resonates with a broader fan base eager to support brands that advocate for change. It's an approach that has already begun to transform the perception of women’s sports.

As Engelbert continues to navigate the league's complexities, her journey reminds us of the wide-reaching impact women can have across traditionally male-dominated sectors. Did you know that Engelbert was the first female CEO in Deloitte's U.S. history? Her groundbreaking role continues to inspire women aiming for leadership positions in business and sports alike. The WNBA is not just a league; it's a movement, and with Engelbert at the helm, its future shines brighter than ever.

In addition to Engelbert's trailblazing leadership, it's worth noting that the WNBA is consistently pushing the envelope in the sports world. For instance, players in the league have successfully campaigned for better salaries and working conditions, which is a significant stride towards gender equality in sports. Engelbert's tenure could very well be seen as a turning point that empowers future generations of female athletes. With Engelbert leading the charge, the WNBA's influence is reaching far beyond the basketball court.

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From Deloitte CEO to WNBA commissioner: Inside Cathy Engelbert's ... (Fortune)

Cathy Engelbert worked at Big Four firm Deloitte for 33 years.

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Caitlin Clark back in action: How to watch Fever vs. Sun Wednesday ... (USA TODAY)

After struggling in her WNBA playoff debut, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever will look to stay alive in their best-of-3 series on Wednesday night.

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Caitlin Clark's next WNBA Playoff game: How to watch the Indiana ... (Yahoo Sports)

Watch Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever play the Connecticut Sun during Game 2 of their playoff series.

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WNBA playoffs takeaways: New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces ... (The Athletic)

How can the Fever deliver in Game 2? "You don't want this to be the end," Caitlin Clark said.

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How to Watch the WNBA Playoffs Today | Sept. 25 - Winchester Sun (Winchester Sun)

On a Wednesday WNBA playoff slate that includes two exciting contests, the Indiana Fever versus the Connecticut Sun is one game in particular to catch.

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CT Sun to take on Indiana Fever Wednesday night in game 2 of ... (NBC Connecticut)

The Connecticut Sun will take on the Indiana Fever and Caitlin Clark on Wednesday night in game two of the WNBA playoffs When the teams faced off on Sunday, ...

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WNBA Odds And 2024 Semifinals Feature Aces-Liberty Playoffs ... (Forbes)

The 2024 WNBA Playoffs move into the semifinals and the No. 1 seed New York Liberty meet the No. 4 Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of last year's Championship ...

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A Liberty-Aces WNBA playoffs rematch has fans so pumped (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces will meet again in the WNBA playoffs, and it will be absolute cinema. New York has likely had a bad taste in its ...

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WNBA: Liberty and Aces sweep opponents, advance to semifinals (Swish Appeal)

The No. 4-seed Las Vegas Aces swept the No. 5-seed Seattle Storm and the No. 1-seed New York Liberty took care of the No. 8-seed Atlanta Dream, ...

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WNBA playoffs: How to get cheapest last-minute tickets for Indiana ... (nj.com)

Rookie sensation Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever face the Connecticut Sun, led by Alyssa Thomas, in Game 2 of the first round of the WNBA playoffs on ...

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Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA ... (Kentucky Today)

The stage is set for A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces to take on Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty in a star-studded rematch of last year's WNBA.

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A Liberty-Aces WNBA playoffs rematch has fans so pumped (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces will meet again in the WNBA playoffs, and it will be absolute cinema. New York has likely had a bad taste in its ...

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Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA ... (The Washington Post)

The stage is set for A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces to take on Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty in a star-studded rematch of last year's WNBA ...

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WNBA playoffs: Caitlin Clark, Fever look to force decisive Game 3 ... (Fox News)

The Connecticut Sun spoiled Caitlin Clark's WNBA playoff debut with a 93-69 win over the Fever over the weekend, putting the pressure on Indiana in a ...

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Tickets, TV information for Caitlin Clark vs CT Sun in WNBA Playoffs (CT Insider)

Caitlin Clark, Indiana Fever face the Connecticut Sun Wednesday in Game 2 of the WNBA playoffs. Here's how to watch and get tickets.

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WNBA New York Liberty's Jonquel Jones on Early Days in NYC (Curbed)

Jonquel Jones, whose WNBA team the New York Liberty is number one seed in the playoffs right now, talks about her early days moving to New York City and ...

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2024 WNBA Playoffs - NY Liberty and Las Vegas Aces semi-final ... (Olympics)

No.1 seed New York Liberty will meet the MVP A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of last year's WNBA Finals. Here's what you need to know.

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Liberty, Aces Advance to WNBA Semis, Set Up 2023 Finals Rematch (Just Women's Sports)

After clinching their 2024 WNBA playoffs first-round series, defending champions Las Vegas will meet 2023 finalists New York in the semis.

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WNBA playoffs: Caitlin Clark updates, highlights, analysis as Fever ... (Yahoo Sports)

Clark and the Fever take on host Connecticut in Game 2 on Wednesday night.

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Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever vs Connecticut Sun live updates: Latest ... (The Athletic)

Follow live updates as Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever look to avoid elimination against the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA playoffs.

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Watch Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun Game 2: WNBA Playoffs ... (masslive.com)

The Indiana Fever take on the Connecticut Sun in Game 2 of their WNBA Playoff series on Wednesday, Sept. 25.

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Connecticut Sun guard DiJonai Carrington wins WNBA Most ... (The Washington Post)

Carrington received 28 of the 67 votes from a national media panel. Los Angeles Sparks forward Dearica Hamby finished second with 18 votes. Minnesota's Bridget ...

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Led by Alyssa Thomas, Sun close out Fever to reach WNBA semis ... (ESPN)

Alyssa Thomas had 19 points and 13 assists to help the Connecticut Sun sweep Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever out of the playoffs with an 87-81 win ...

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How to Watch the WNBA Playoffs Today | Sept. 25 (The Coastland Times)

The WNBA playoff lineup today, including the Indiana Fever versus the Connecticut Sun — one of two games — looks very exciting. The WNBA is streaming on ...

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Caitlin Clark, Fever Out of WNBA Playoffs with Loss to Sun as Fans ... (Bleacher Report)

A valiant comeback effort from Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever fell just short as the Connecticut Sun earned the two-game first-round playoff sweep ...

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2024 WNBA playoffs: Caitlin Clark looking forward to reflecting on ... (CBSSports.com)

The presumptive Rookie of the Year will finally hit the pause button on basketball after a marathon 2024.

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WNBA heads to the playoffs – The Bay State Banner (BayStateBanner)

The defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces are trying for a three-peat, the first one since the league's inception with the four-time WNBA champion Houston ...

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Sun close out Caitlin Clark, Fever to reach WNBA semifinals - ESPN (ESPN Australia)

Alyssa Thomas had 19 points and 13 assists to help the Connecticut Sun sweep Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever out of the playoffs with an 87-81 win ...

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WNBA Playoff Bracket 2024: Updated Picture After Caitlin Clark ... (Bleacher Report)

For the Sun, a matchup with either the Phoenix Mercury or Minnesota Lynx remains. For Clark and the Fever, a fantastic season has come to a close, though the ...

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WNBA playoffs: Connecticut Sun refuse to get flustered down the ... (Yahoo Sports)

A look at how the Sun pulled away in Game 2 on Wednesday night.

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Connecticut eliminates Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever from WNBA ... (Marshalltown Times Republican)

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Alyssa Thomas had 19 points and 13 assists to help the Connecticut Sun sweep Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever out of the playoffs ...

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WNBA playoffs: As Caitlin Clark's season ends, it's a reminder that ... (Yahoo Sports)

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — The championship version of Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever was never going to be built in a season.

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WNBA playoffs 2024: Predicting Aces-Liberty, Sun-Lynx semis - ESPN (ESPN)

The top four seeds -- New York, Minnesota, Connecticut and Las Vegas -- swept their way to the best-of-five WNBA semis, which start Sunday.

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Caitlin Clark Still Makes WNBA History in Fever's Season-Ending ... (Sports Illustrated)

Caitlin Clark put up historic numbers despite the Fever bowing out of the playoffs on Wednesday night.

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WNBA playoffs: Sun sweep aside Caitlin Clark and Fever to join ... (The Guardian)

Connecticut and Minnesota completed quarter-final sweeps to join New York and Las Vegas in the last four of the WNBA playoffs.

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Sun hit big shots in final minutes to advance to WNBA semifinals (Collinsville Press)

UNCASVILLE, Conn., Sept. 26, 2024 – DeWanna Bonner and Marina Mabrey hit three-point shots in the final two minutes to help lift the Connecticut Sun into ...

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