Cathy Engelbert Is Retiring From the WNBA

Lauren and Jacki are back with the WNBA draft lottery, a deep dive on Title IX in the NIL era, and an honest conversation about burnout, parenting, and what really matters.This one goes beyond the ping-pong balls. Lauren and Jacki break down how the lottery works, from the odds to Houston’s and Toronto’s protected top-four picks, and talk about a draft class that could include JuJu Watkins, Madison Booker, and Hannah Hidalgo. They argue best player available vs. best fit, then turn to Title IX: what the law actually requires, how NIL and revenue sharing complicate it, and what the proposed Protect College Sports Act could mean for women athletes. Jacki opens up about unequal medical care and facilities during her time at USC, and they close with real talk on the mental load of modern life, the hidden workload of college athletes, and why we owe young people better support.Whether you’re here for the draft talk, the fight for equity in college sports, or the reminder not to lose the plot: this one’s for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:How the WNBA draft lottery works, plus Houston’s and Toronto’s protected picksDraft prospects and the best player available vs. best fit debatePortland, Houston, and expansion-team growing painsTitle IX in the NIL era, including Jacki’s USC experience with unequal resourcesBurnout, parenting, and Jacki’s three-priorities ruleThe hidden workload of college athletes and how to better support young people⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - The lanyard bit and how the WNBA draft lottery works03:23 - Protected picks, draft prospects, and best player vs. best fit08:32 - Portland, Houston, and expansion-team growing pains12:04 - Title IX, NIL, and Jacki’s USC experience25:36 - Burnout, parenting, and three priorities for staying present29:50 - College athletes, transfers, and don’t lose the plot👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women’s sports, athlete mindset, and culture:https://www.youtube.com/@clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back for a historic week for women, connecting record gains in the midterms to the momentum building across women’s sports.This one goes beyond the headlines. Lauren and Jacki talk about 100 Democratic women in the House and 17 states with women governors, and why authenticity and visibility matter more than fitting the corporate mold. They celebrate the Valkyries’ championship and the Bay Area fans who powered it, break down Game 7’s reported 3.3 million viewers, and unpack Unrivaled’s jump from a $340 million to a $650 million valuation. Then they react to Chloe Donald’s 46-point, 14-three night for Northwestern State, preview the PWHL’s expansion season, and make the case that rising youth sports costs are shutting kids out.Whether you’re here for the politics, the business of women’s sports, or the bigger conversation about who gets access to sport: this one’s for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:Jacki’s new green Subaru, aka the lesbian G WagonHistoric gains for women in the midterms and the firsts worth celebratingWhy authenticity and visibility help women leadThe Valkyries’ championship and the Bay Area fan base behind itWNBA Game 7’s reported 3.3 million viewersThe 2027 draft lottery, free agency, and what comes next for the WNBAUnrivaled’s valuation growth from $340 million to $650 millionEarly Unrivaled predictions: Vinyl BC vs. the MistNCAA tip-off: Michigan over UConn and Iowa’s potentialChloe Donald’s 46 points and 14 threes for Northwestern StateThe PWHL’s December 5-6 opening weekend and four expansion teams: Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas, and San JoseHow expensive youth sports limit access, and what top leagues owe the pipelinePutting the phone down and being present with the people you love⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Jacki’s green Subaru, the lesbian G Wagon02:31 - Historic political gains and women’s visibility08:01 - Authenticity over the corporate mold10:02 - The Valkyries’ championship belongs to the Bay Area13:44 - WNBA viewership, milestones, and what comes next17:13 - Unrivaled’s growth and early team predictions24:33 - NCAA season starts with Michigan and Chloe Donald30:19 - PWHL expansion and making hockey accessible36:12 - A closing reminder to be present with loved ones👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women’s sports, athlete mindset, and culture:https://www.youtube.com/@clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back for a historic moment in women’s basketball, breaking down Atlanta’s Game 6 win over Golden State and previewing the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA Finals history.This one goes beyond the box score. Lauren and Jacki recap Atlanta’s 80-69 Game 6 win, Allisha Gray’s return to form after hand surgery, and the coaching chess match between Atlanta’s pace and Golden State’s defense. They get into the controversy over Game 6’s 9:30 a.m. PT tipoff, the record viewership and sold-out arenas driving this Finals, and why Angel Reese’s tenacity and growth deserve their own spotlight instead of another rivalry storyline. Then they make their Game 7 picks and make the case for a Valkyries Cinderella story.Whether you’re here for the Game 7 preview, the coaching breakdown, or the culture around a historic Finals: this one’s for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:Atlanta Dream vs. Golden State Valkyries, the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals historyWhy the series has felt lopsided despite going the distanceCoaching identities: Atlanta’s pace vs. Golden State’s defensive stopsGame 6 recap: Atlanta’s 80-69 win, Allisha Gray’s 23 points, and Rhyne Howard’s 21Allisha Gray’s comeback from hand surgeryThe controversy over Game 6’s 9:30 a.m. PT startRecord viewership, sold-out arenas, and the Finals’ cultural momentGame 7 predictions and the power of home court advantageAngel Reese’s rise, resilience, and championship potentialWhy Angel Reese’s story shouldn’t be framed as a Caitlin Clark rivalryA Valkyries Cinderella story and a possible Bay Area celebrationHalloween, fan costumes, and Finals fever⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Halloween plans and a historic Finals Game 701:55 - Why the series has felt lopsided despite reaching Game 705:09 - Coaching identities: Atlanta’s pace versus Golden State’s defense07:06 - Game 6 recap: Atlanta’s 80-69 win and Allisha Gray’s impact10:03 - The controversy over Game 6’s 9:30 a.m. PT start13:51 - Game 7 prediction: home court advantage and team identity16:48 - Angel Reese’s rise, resilience, and championship potential21:32 - Cinderella story hopes and a Bay Area celebration23:53 - Halloween, fan costumes, and the Finals’ cultural moment25:40 - Sign-off before next week’s Game 7 breakdown👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women’s sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back with the latest from the WNBA Finals, from Game 1 momentum to what to watch in Game 4, plus Angel Reese’s influence on sports fashion and an early look at the NCAA women’s basketball season.This one goes beyond the box score. Lauren and Jacki break down the Finals series, the home court energy at State Farm Arena, and the Portland Blazers’ historic game and what it meant for the community. They dig into a big early season NCAA matchup, the preseason All-American list, and Juju Watkins’ road back to the court. They also get real about the pressure social media and prediction markets put on athletes, why a short memory matters after a loss, and how confidence, manifestation, and embracing “no” can fuel growth on and off the court.Whether you’re here for the Finals breakdown, the culture of women’s sports, or the mindset behind the athletes: this one’s for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:WNBA Finals series analysis and predictionsGame 1 takeaways and key strategies for Game 4Angel Reese’s style and her impact on sports culturePost-loss mentality and the power of a short memoryConfidence and manifestation as tools for athlete growthHome court advantage and the atmosphere at State Farm ArenaThe Portland Blazers’ historic game and community impactEarly NCAA women’s basketball matchups and why they matterTop players to watch and the preseason All-American listJuju Watkins’ return and the road to recoverySocial media, prediction markets, and athlete mental healthSports fashion, athlete branding, and building a career by embracing no⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction to the WNBA Finals and series overview02:05 - Analysis of Game 1 and series momentum04:09 - Key players and strategies for Game 405:59 - The impact of Angel Reese’s style and media presence08:01 - Post-loss mentality and the power of short memory10:01 - The role of confidence and manifestation in sports success11:53 - The atmosphere at State Farm Arena and home court advantage13:56 - Portland Blazers’ historic game and community impact16:05 - Early NCAA women’s basketball matchup and its significance18:11 - Top players to watch and preseason All-American list20:08 - Juju Watkins’ return and the road to recovery22:14 - The challenges of social media and prediction markets for athletes23:57 - The power of manifestation and personal growth25:55 - Reflections on building a career and embracing no28:03 - Locker room stories and behind-the-scenes sports culture29:55 - Coach’s Corner: Using no as a frontline and manifestation31:59 - Closing remarks and next steps for listeners👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women’s sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back to break down the WNBA Finals, from team matchups and how a deep bench could decide the series to their championship predictions, plus a look at the rise of women’s flag football and what’s ahead for women’s college basketball.This one goes beyond the box score. Lauren and Jacki preview the Finals, dig into how injuries and depth could swing the series, celebrate historic moments and family milestones, and make their picks for the championship. They also get into arena issues and infrastructure gaps, the growth of new flag football leagues for girls and women, why athlete storytelling matters more than ever in the NIL era, and how jersey sponsorships and brand investment are shaping the future of women’s sports. They close with a candid conversation on failure, resilience, and growth.Whether you’re here for the Finals breakdown, the business of women’s sports, or the stories behind the athletes: this one’s for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:WNBA Finals preview and team analysisThe deep bench and the impact of injuries on the FinalsHistoric moments and family celebrations in women’s sportsTeam strategies and matchup analysisChampionship predictions and personal favoritesArena issues and infrastructure challengesThe growth of women’s flag football and new leaguesStorytelling and athlete branding in the NIL eraWomen’s college basketball season preview and key playersJersey sponsorships, brand investment, and NIL opportunitiesThe future of women’s sports and infrastructure developmentFailure, resilience, and growth in sports⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction and episode overview02:09 - WNBA Finals preview and team analysis03:50 - The deep bench and injury impact on the Finals07:10 - Historic moments and family celebrations in women’s sports08:51 - Team strategies and matchup analysis12:06 - Predictions and personal favorites for the championship14:57 - Arena issues and infrastructure challenges18:02 - Growth of women’s flag football and new leagues21:12 - The importance of storytelling and athlete branding24:59 - Women’s college basketball season preview and key players28:54 - Branding, jersey sponsorships, and NIL opportunities34:05 - The future of women’s sports and infrastructure development40:03 - Reflections on failure, resilience, and growth in sports44:54 - Closing thoughts and upcoming episodes👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women’s sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back to celebrate A'ja Wilson's historic fifth MVP, check in on the WNBA playoffs, and take a hard look at what conference realignment is really costing college athletes.This one goes beyond the box score. Lauren and Jacki break down A'ja Wilson's five-time MVP run and why she's the Michael Jordan of the WNBA, recap the latest playoff games and share their predictions, dig into the Golden State Valkyries' record-breaking revenue and the fan experience fueling it, and unpack how conference realignment is reshaping life for college athletes. They also open up about travel demands, athlete well-being and education, and where women's college sports are headed next.Whether you're here for the MVP talk, the playoff predictions, or the real story behind college sports' big shakeup: this one's for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:* A'ja Wilson's historic five-time MVP win and her cultural impact* WNBA playoff recap and predictions* The Golden State Valkyries' record-breaking revenue and fan engagement* Conference realignment and the challenges it creates for college athletes* The toll of travel on athlete well-being and education* The growth and future of women's college sports* The fan experience and community pride at Valkyries games* Leadership and how to give and receive feedback⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - A'ja Wilson's historic 5x MVP00:23 - WNBA playoff recap and predictions04:37 - Golden State Valkyries' success07:45 - Conference realignment challenges20:20 - Impact of travel on college athletes27:42 - Future of women's college sports34:00 - Fan experience and community pride37:31 - Coach's corner👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women's sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back to celebrate Lauren's birthday and break down the WNBA playoffs, from the Liberty vs. Lynx Game 1 recap and Game 2 predictions to A'ja Wilson's historic performance, plus a look at what the Protect College Sports Act could mean for college athletics.This one goes beyond the box score. Lauren and Jacki recap Game 1 between the Liberty and Lynx, break down Breanna Stewart's playoff performance, and get into Aces vs. Fever and why you can't bet against A'ja Wilson. They also talk Angel Reese's playoff debut, DeWanna Bonner's quest for a championship, and Olivia Miles' rookie season, dig into college sports regulations and NIL, and reflect on women owning businesses, how far women's sports have come since 1988, and why giving people their flowers matters.Whether you're here for the playoff analysis, the stories behind the stars, or a celebration of how far women's sports have come: this one's for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:Lauren's birthday reflections and celebrating womenGen Z slang and women's styleThe rise of women's sports in AtlantaLiberty vs. Lynx Game 1 recap and Game 2 predictionsBreanna Stewart's playoff performanceAces vs. Fever and A'ja Wilson's historic performanceAngel Reese's playoff debut and what comes nextDeWanna Bonner's quest for a championshipCelebrity moments and fan culture at WNBA gamesLauren's pregnancy journey and community supportOlivia Miles' rookie season and MVP prospectsWhy women owning businesses mattersCollege sports regulations, NIL, and the Protect College Sports ActWomen's progress since 1988Giving flowers and showing appreciation⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Birthday celebration and reflections05:25 - Game 1 recap: Liberty vs. Lynx08:35 - Breanna Stewart's playoff performance11:12 - Aces vs. Fever and A'ja Wilson's historic performance14:11 - Angel Reese's playoff debut and future16:15 - DeWanna Bonner's quest for a championship17:27 - Celebrity moments and fan culture20:14 - Lauren's pregnancy journey and community support21:38 - Olivia Miles' rookie season and MVP prospects24:28 - College sports regulations and the Protect College Sports Act38:45 - Giving flowers and closing thoughts👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women's sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back to break down the WNBA playoffs, from the matchups to watch and the MVP race to the pressure that defines championship moments, plus a look at why the Golden State Valkyries' story deserves its own documentary.This one goes beyond the bracket. Lauren and Jacki walk through the playoff format and their predictions for the most televised postseason yet, dig into contenders like the New York Liberty and Cheryl Reeve's Minnesota Lynx, and make the case for Kelsey Mitchell and A'ja Wilson in the MVP conversation. They also celebrate the Valkyries' historic second year, talk leadership and authenticity in women's sports, and spotlight athletes like Amber Glenn and Ezra who are shaping the culture well beyond the court.Whether you're here for the playoff predictions, the stories behind the stars, or the future of women's basketball: this one's for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:The WNBA playoff format, standings, and predictionsThe New York Liberty, Cheryl Reeve, and the Minnesota LynxKelsey Mitchell, A'ja Wilson, and the MVP raceAtlanta vs. Washington and other key matchupsPressure, emotion, and high performance in the postseasonThe Golden State Valkyries' historic second year and the documentary their story deservesWomen's leadership and representation in sportsWNBA growth, expansion, new markets, and youth pipelinesWomen athletes breaking age stereotypesAmber Glenn and Ezra's impact on cultureCoach's corner: being present and asking for what you want⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro to the WNBA playoffs03:02 - Playoff format and series structure03:51 - Standings and predictions05:12 - Deep dive into the New York Liberty06:11 - Cheryl Reeve and the Minnesota Lynx07:07 - Star players and the MVP race08:22 - Atlanta vs. Washington09:28 - The emotional side of the playoffs12:36 - Golden State Valkyries' historic second year14:12 - The Valkyries documentary pitch15:14 - Women's leadership and representation17:10 - MVP picks and future leaders22:24 - WNBA growth and expansion29:20 - New markets and youth pipelines34:32 - Amber Glenn and Ezra's impact on culture37:35 - Coach's corner👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women's sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back with a candid check-in on some of the biggest stories rocking women's sports this week, from the Holly Rowe AI deepfake incident to historic wins on the field and court, plus a personal announcement of their own.This one goes beyond the highlight reel. Lauren and Jacki break down the Holly Rowe deepfake incident and what it reveals about AI's growing threat to women in sports media, weigh in on the Sydney Sweeney Novig drama and what it says about how women in the public eye get scrutinized, unpack Team USA's Women's World Cup victory and the stars carrying the sport forward, and spotlight the historic milestones from the US Open. They also open up about representation, body positivity, and the double-edged nature of social media influence in modern sports culture.Whether you're here for the hard conversations, the on-field wins, or women's sports culture crossing into the mainstream: this one's for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:The Holly Rowe AI deepfake incident and reactions from athletes and mediaAI's growing role in sports media and the safety concerns it raisesThe Sydney Sweeney Novig drama and the double standards women face in the spotlightSexualization in sports marketing and what real representation looks likeTeam USA's Women's World Cup victory and standout emerging playersThe global growth of women's basketball and Olympic prospects aheadHistoric milestones from the US Open and standout tennis performancesThe rise of social media creators shaping sports cultureResilience, boundaries, and navigating life on and off the fieldJacki's pregnancy announcement and planning for a new addition⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro and episode overview02:00 - Jacki's pregnancy announcement02:56 - Holly Rowe incident recap04:56 - Deepfake AI and its impact08:54 - Athlete and media reactions13:52 - Sexualization in sports marketing19:59 - Women's World Cup victory24:11 - Growth of women's basketball30:02 - US Open highlights36:57 - Coach's corner 👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women's sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack

Lauren and Jacki are back with a jam-packed check-in on the biggest headlines shaking up women's sports right now, from a legendary retirement at the top of the WNBA to Team USA's opening run at the FIBA World Cup, plus two athletes stepping into brand new spotlights.This one goes beyond the highlight reel. Lauren and Jacki break down Cathy Engelbert's retirement and the leadership legacy she leaves behind after driving the WNBA's financial growth, unpack Team USA's first games at the FIBA World Cup and the international stars emerging alongside Caitlin Clark, and spotlight Amber Glenn's leap onto Dancing with the Stars. They close with Emma Grede's entrepreneurial journey, a masterclass in women's entrepreneurship, wealth-building, and resilience.Whether you're here for WNBA leadership, the international game, or women's sports culture crossing into the mainstream: this one's for you.⬇️ WHAT WE COVER:Cathy Engelbert's retirement and her legacy leading the WNBA's growthThe financial and relationship-driven leadership behind her tenureWho could step into future WNBA leadership, and why former players matterTeam USA's opening game and breakout performances at the FIBA World CupRising international talent to watch including Zhang ZiyuAmber Glenn's move from the ice to Dancing with the StarsThe growing cultural impact of women athletes in mainstream mediaEmma Grede's entrepreneurial journey and lessons on women and wealthCoach's corner: staying grounded and living in the present momentReflections on motherhood, resilience, and success in women's sports⬇️ CHAPTERS:00:00 - Introduction and episode overview01:19 - Kathy Engelbert's retirement and legacy04:28 - Kathy's impact on the WNBA's financial growth06:22 - The importance of personable leadership in women's sports08:56 - Potential future leaders for the WNBA13:20 - Team USA's first game at the FIBA World Cup15:26 - Emerging stars: Zhang and Caitlin Clark18:39 - Upcoming USA games in the FIBA World Cup25:34 - Emma Greed's inspiring entrepreneurial journey36:40 - Amber Glenn joins Dancing with the Stars38:02 - Coach's corner: Living in the present👉 Subscribe and turn on notifications for more weekly conversations on women's sports, athlete mindset, and culture:/ @clickclackshowFollow Your Hosts:Jacki Gemelos: https://www.instagram.com/jacki23/?hl=enLauren Duletzke: https://www.instagram.com/laurenizrael/Follow Click Clack:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsclickclack/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@its.clickclack