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WNBA and WNBPA Reach Tentative Deal on Historic Collective Bargaining Agreement

March 20, 2026 - NEW YORK - The Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) and the Women's National Basketball Players Association (WNBPA) announced today that they have reached a tentative agreement on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), pending ratification by the players and the league's Board of Governors. The new seven-year CBA, which will commence with the 2026 season and run through 2032, represents one of the most transformational labor agreements ever reached in major professional sports. "This Collective Bargaini... Full Story

Portland Fire Expand Coaching and Basketball Operations Staff Ahead of 2026 Debut Season

March 19, 2026 - Portland, OR - The Portland Fire today announced the additions of Danielle Boiago and Sefu Bernard as Assistant Coaches to the team's coaching staff. The new hires reflect the team's commitment to assembling a diverse basketball leadership group embracing modern ideas in every area of the game. "I am delighted to add Danielle and Sefu to our coaching staff" said Portland Fire Head Coach, Alex Sarama. "Danielle and Sefu are committed to athlete-centered coaching and building transformational relationships with our players ... Full Story

WNBA and WNBPA Align on Key Elements of a New CBA, Reach Agreement in Principle

March 19, 2026 - WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert: "We have aligned on key elements of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement together. We still need to finalize a formal term sheet, but the progress made in these discussions marks a transformative step forward for players and the league. It underscores a shared commitment to the continued growth of the game. So, we'll share additional details as they become available. "We're very proud to be leading women's sports. These players are amazing, and we're going to have an amazing 30th season... Full Story

Atlanta Dream Name Andrea Bailey Chief Revenue Officer

March 16, 2026 - ATLANTA - The Atlanta Dream announced today that Andrea Bailey has been named the organization's Chief Revenue Officer, bringing more than two decades of leadership experience across professional sports, global partnerships, and commercial strategy. Bailey will oversee the Dream's revenue operation, including corporate partnerships, ticket sales, premium experiences, and commercial strategy, as the franchise continues to expand its business operations and capitalize on the rapid growth of women's sports. "Andrea is a p... Full Story

• WNBA and WNBPA Reach Tentative Deal on Historic Collective Bargaining Agreement - (March 20)
  
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• Portland Fire Expand Coaching and Basketball Operations Staff Ahead of 2026 Debut Season - Portland Fire (March 19)
  
• WNBA and WNBPA Align on Key Elements of a New CBA, Reach Agreement in Principle - (March 19)
  
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• WNBA players legitimize women's pro basketball with groundbreaking CBA - Chicago Sun Times (March 21)
  
• Raiders ownership succession plan set for vote at league meetings - Las Vegas Review-Journal (March 21)
  
• Landmark WNBA labor deal moves forward with signed term sheet - My Northwest (March 21)
  
• The WNBA's CBA crisis appears to be over. What does that mean for the Toronto Tempo? - Toronto Globe and Mail (March 21)
  
• WNBA labor deal: Key details of signed term sheet - Chicago Tribune (March 21)
  
• Indiana Fever: How CBA affects Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, Kelsey Mitchell - Indianapolis Star (March 20)
  
• The new WNBA CBA agreement doesn't drown out the dismissive undertones - Chicago Sun Times (March 20)
  
• 35 WNBA Draft prospects to watch in the 2026 NCAA Tournament - USA Today (March 20)
  
• NBC reportedly names Noah Eagle, Zora Stephenson, and Michael Grady as WNBA announcers - Awful Announcing (March 20)
  
• WNBA Season Poised to Expand to 52 Games Over Course of CBA - Sportico (March 20)
  
• Mercury's Alexis Prince Showcases Her Skills In College - NewsBreak - Phoenix (March 20)
  
• WNBA CBA expected to raise pay for other women's sports leagues - Los Angeles Times (March 20)
  
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