# WNBA commissioner says league to keep discussing transgender eligibility

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said the league will continue its ongoing discussions about transgender athlete eligibility. The issue remains a divisive topic in women's sports, and no immediate policy change was announced. How the league proceeds could shape future inclusivity and competitive fairness rules.

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## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/aug/08/wnba-transgender-eligibility-cathy-engelbert-sophie-cunningham) — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 17:24:21 GMT
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/basketball/articles/ckg3enx6rj6o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:34:56 GMT