BREAKING NEWS: Indiana fever Legend Tamika Catchings Returns as Chief basketball officer (CBO) In a monumental announcement, Indiana fever Owner Herb Simon family has officially declared that Tamika Catchings the legendary left-handed and long-time face of the franchise, will return to the organization in 2025 as the chief basketball Officer Vs..……. view more
In a monumental move that is sure to ignite excitement across the WNBA and beyond, the Indiana Fever have announced the return of franchise icon **Tamika Catchings** as the team’s **Chief Basketball Officer (CBO)** beginning in the **2025 season**.
The announcement came earlier today from the **Herb Simon family**, owners of the Fever, in a press conference that blended celebration with a bold vision for the future. Catchings, widely regarded as one of the most influential and accomplished players in WNBA history, will step back into a leadership role with the organization she helped build—this time from the front office.
> “Tamika Catchings is the heart and soul of the Indiana Fever,” said team owner **Steve Simon**. “Her leadership, integrity, and championship mentality are exactly what this team needs as we continue building toward long-term success. We are thrilled to welcome her home.”
Catchings, a **10-time WNBA All-Star**, **5-time Defensive Player of the Year**, and **2011 league MVP**, spent her entire 15-year playing career with the Fever. She led the team to nine consecutive playoff appearances and its only WNBA Championship in **2012**. Known for her unmatched hustle, leadership, and left-handed versatility on both ends of the floor, she is revered as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.
Following her retirement in 2016, Catchings served in multiple executive roles with the Fever, including a stint as Vice President of Basketball Operations and General Manager. She stepped down in 2022 to focus on her personal ventures, including her community work and Tea’s Me Café businesses in Indianapolis.
Returning now as Chief Basketball Officer, Catchings will oversee all basketball operations, including roster construction, player development, and long-term strategic planning. Her appointment marks a renewed commitment to building a championship-caliber culture, especially with the team’s recent resurgence fueled by rising stars like **Aliyah Boston** and **Caitlin Clark**.
> “I’m honored to come back to the Fever in this capacity,” said Catchings in a heartfelt statement. “This franchise is my home, and I believe deeply in the direction we’re headed. I’m excited to get to work and help shape a future that builds on our proud past.”
The move sends a clear signal to the league: the Fever are not just aiming for the playoffs—they’re building a legacy. Catchings’ return is expected to energize the locker room, fan base, and front office alike, offering a unique blend of inspiration and experience that few in the league can match.
With the 2025 season on the horizon, one thing is certain: **Tamika Catchings is back**, and the Indiana Fever’s future just got a whole lot brighter.
