Women's sports bar owners are expressing anger over a reported change to the WNBA Finals schedule, according to a Yahoo Sports report published on October 28, 2026. The article, written by Qwame Skinner, indicates that the schedule alteration has drawn strong criticism from establishments that cater to women's sports fans.
Details regarding the specific nature of the schedule change and the identities of the affected bar owners were not included in the available report. The story accompanies a file photo from April 14, 2025, showing WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert speaking to media before the 2025 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York.
Engelbert, who has led the league since 2019, would likely be involved in any postseason scheduling decisions. The WNBA Finals typically conclude the league's season in September or October. Further information about the schedule modification and the league's response was not immediately available.
