DWC in the News

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Nneka Ogwumike, president of the WNBPA, told reporters the union is seeking a revenue-sharing pay system that will allow players to see growth in compensation that coincides with the popularity of the women’s league. “This league is experiencing historic and sustainable growth, from the broadcast deals to the ticket sales to the rising valuations of the teams…We are negotiating with a league and at least seven and who knows, maybe all 13 teams, that seem unwilling to share in the growth that we are driving.” Her remarks come on the heels of a letter signed by 85 members of the Democratic Women’s Caucus to WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert , urging her to “bargain in good faith” to get a deal before Oct. 31.