2021 special recognition
tamika catchings
Hilliard Solutions and the University of California, Berkeley, School of Social Welfare announced that the highlight of their jointly hosted Women in Athlete Development Symposium and Networking Event this spring is a special recognition of WNBA legend Tamika Catchings for her role as a pioneer and athlete advocate leader for social justice in sports and society.
“I have known and been a mentor to Tamika Catchings since she joined the WNBA and worked in player development with her father, NBA legend Harvey Catchings. Tamika embodies what it means to be a leader in her community, sports, and the world, and understands the power of athletes to impact society. We cannot think of a more deserving recognition as an important part of our efforts to prepare women desiring to work in sports for the responsibilities of these important positions.”
“Tamika Catchings is an inspiring role model on and off the court. We honor her service to others through her foundation’s community work.”
““I am beyond honored to receive this special recognition from Hilliard Solutions and Berkeley Social Welfare. Helping to prepare individuals who support athletes in all aspects of their lives is an endeavor I fully support. Based on my upbringing, I have always been fully committed to empowering and uplifting communities and being a vocal leader for positive change. Basketball has given me a platform to impact the world through sports and I take this responsibility seriously.”

One of the most decorated athletes of all time, Tamika Catchings has left an indelible mark at every level of the game. Catchings is a four-time Olympic gold medalist, 10-time WNBA All-Star, five-time Defensive Player of the Year, and a WNBA Champion. Beyond her on-court success, she is known for her off-court professionalism and was a three-time recipient of the Kim Perrot sportsmanship award. In 2004, she launched the Catch the Stars Foundation, which empowers youth by providing goal setting programs that promote fitness, literacy and youth development.