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WNBA, WNBPA Fail to Reach CBA Amid Revenue Dispute

3/12/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The WNBA and the WNBPA did not reach a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) after a 12-hour session.
The dispute is over revenue sharing: the league proposes over 70% of net revenue and the union 26% of gross revenue.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says the parties seek a win-win deal.
Terri Carmichael Jackson, executive director of the WNBPA, noted discussions.
The March 10 deadline has passed, raising concerns about May 8.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, the NFL experienced a 24-day player strike over revenue sharing, as players sought a larger share of the league's $3.5 billion revenue. This labor dispute echoed the ongoing negotiations in women's sports, particularly the WNBA, where leaders like Commissioner Cathy Engelbert advocate for equitable financial agreements. Such historical labor struggles may influence future negotiations in professional sports.

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Story summary

The WNBA and the WNBPA did not reach a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) after a 12-hour session.
The dispute is over revenue sharing: the league proposes over 70% of net revenue and the union 26% of gross revenue.
WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert says the parties seek a win-win deal.
Terri Carmichael Jackson, executive director of the WNBPA, noted discussions.
The March 10 deadline has passed, raising concerns about May 8.

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