In a revelation that’s shaking the WNBA to its foundation, a veteran referee has reportedly confessed to accepting undisclosed payments from none other than WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert — and the implications are explosive.
According to leaked audio and internal sources, the ref, whose identity is being withheld pending investigation, admitted to being “coached” on specific calls in high-profile games — including the recent clash that left rookie superstar Caitlin Clark injured and benched.
🎥 The incident in question?
Clark was blindsided with a flagrant foul during a heated matchup last week. Fans were outraged when no flagrant was called — despite clear replay footage showing what many believed to be a deliberate hit. Now, with this new admission, people are asking:
Was Clark’s injury part of a bigger agenda?
🧨 The Bigger Bombshell:
Insiders claim the referee was told to “let them play rough” when it came to Clark — allegedly in a bid to “humble” her and calm media attention surrounding her rapid rise.
And the most damning part?
The pressure allegedly came from the very top. Cathy Engelbert’s leadership is now under intense scrutiny, with calls from fans and even players for an independent investigation into conflict of interest, corruption, and game manipulation.
💬 Social Media Erupts:
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“This isn’t just about Clark anymore. This is about the integrity of the entire league.”
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“If this is true, Engelbert has to resign. Period.”
