WNBA Comissioner announced retirement
September 7, 2026
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire at the end of the year
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced her retirement effective at the end of the year, concluding a seven-and-a-half-year tenure marked by massive financial growth and league expansion. During her time in office, she oversaw unprecedented popularity, brokered two collective bargaining agreements, and secured a $75 million capital raise to scale the league. However, her leadership also faced criticism from players and media regarding her handling of officiating issues, player harassment, and a perceived reactive approach to emerging league crises.
Sports Business Journal
ATP Proposes Bonus Pool Overhaul to Ease Player Schedule & Reduce Injuries
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) is considering a major overhaul to its bonus pool system to help reduce player workload and injury risks across the tour. Under the current structure, top players must compete in eight of the nine Masters 1000 events to receive their full payout, drawing significant criticism for contributing to athlete burnout and physical strain. The proposed plan would lower the minimum requirement to just four Masters events while substantially increasing the overall bonus pool to roughly $50 million.
Wunderfan
NFL, The GIST deepen female fan push with multiyear extension
The NFL and women-led sports media company The GIST have agreed to a multiyear content partnership extension following a successful initial one-year deal during the 2025 season. This agreement grants The GIST continued access to official league logos, tentpole events like the Super Bowl and NFL Draft, and opportunities to collaborate directly with the NFL's marketing partners. The extension reflects a broader commitment to engaging the league's growing female fanbase, which now makes up 47% of its total audience in the United States.
Sports Business Journal
F1 to launch 2027 season with Milan festival featuring drivers, all 11 teams
Formula 1 announced it will launch its 2027 season with F1 Live Milan, a three-day fan festival taking place in Italy from February 18–20. Building on the success of the 2025 launch event in London, the celebration will feature a three-day festival alongside "F1 The Show," a one-night spectacle on February 18 starring drivers and team principals from all 11 grid teams. According to F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, the event aims to immerse fans directly into the sport while ticket pre-registration details are set to be released in the coming months.
ESPN
Will the Arizona Coyotes return to the NHL or lose their expansion slot to Atlanta?
Efforts to bring the Arizona Coyotes back to the NHL face renewed competition as an Atlanta development group has secured financing and submitted a final proposal for a team at The Gathering at South Forsyth. Although local Phoenix leaders and investors remain engaged with the league, the NHL requires concrete proof of strong ownership, arena plans, and financial backing before approving expansion. Consequently, Arizona must present a vetted, solid business strategy to avoid losing out to Atlanta or other competing markets.
Burn City Sports
Charles Davis shines in CBS college football booth debut alongside Brad Nessler
Charles Davis made his CBS Big Ten debut alongside play-by-play announcer Brad Nessler and sideline reporter Jenny Dell during the Boise State-Oregon matchup, officially succeeding longtime analyst Gary Danielson. The former Tennessee Volunteers star brought energy, pop culture references, and strong chemistry to the broadcast, seamlessly integrating sideline reports into his commentary. Overall, media members and fans praised the new pairing, declaring the transition a resounding success for CBS's college football coverage.
Yahoo Sports
Dude Perfect CEO leaving company in mutual decision to part ways
Andrew Yaffe is stepping down as the chief executive officer of Dude Perfect after nearly two years, following a mutual decision to part ways. During his tenure, the former NBA executive oversaw significant growth, including new corporate partnerships, brand expansions, and the opening of an 80,000-square-foot headquarters in Frisco, Texas. Despite recent commercial success, Yaffe and the YouTube sports entertainment group opted to seek new leadership as differing perspectives emerged on the company's long-term path forward.
Dallas News
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Heisman Trophy campaign in New York, Las Vegas ‘unbelievable’ for Ole Miss duo
Ole Miss has launched a high-profile "H6I5MAN" campaign to promote quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and running back Kewan Lacy for the Heisman Trophy ahead of their 2026 season opener against Louisville. To maximize national exposure for the star backfield, the university featured the duo on massive displays across New York's Times Square and Las Vegas' Sphere. Both players expressed awe at the widespread recognition following breakout 2025 performances that propelled the Rebels to the College Football Playoff semifinals.
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