The GameChangHER Awards Honored Trailblazing Women in Sports and Community during the SWAC Basketball Tournament

Insights Marketing and Atlanta Fulton County Recreation Authority (AFCRA) proudly presented the GameChangHER Brunch & Awards, an exclusive event honoring women breaking barriers in sports, leadership, and community. Held during the 2025 Starry SWAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments, this distinguished gathering brought together key stakeholders, thought leaders, dignitaries, and philanthropic organizations committed to mental health advocacy and educational equity.

Hosted by ESPN Play-By-Play Commentator Tiffany Greene, proceeds from the event will help to fund scholarships for HBCU students majoring in health sciences.

Host ESPN's Tiffany Greene and SWAC Commissioner Dr Charles McClelland

HONOREES:

President Tomikia P. Le Grande – Prairie View A&M University

Coach Margaret Richards – Women’s Basketball, Jackson State University

Kalia Walker – Women’s Basketball Player, Alabama A&M University

Councilwoman Jamelle McKenzie – City of College Park

Senator Sonya Halpern – State of Georgia

Dr. Genese A. Lavalais – Chief of Staff & Senior Associate AD, Alabama State University

Ms. Erika Mitchell – Vice President of Business Development, Chance Light Education

Ms. Terri Lee – President & CEO, Atlanta Housing Authority

Ms. Lalia Brock – Senior VP, Community Impact & Strategic Partnerships, The Atlanta Dream Ms. Adeenah Pooler – Chief Operating Officer, SWAC

Checkout the Pictures of the Honorees on the Red Carpet Courtesy of Carl Agard

The GameChangHER Awards Brunch shines a spotlight on women who are redefining the game in sports and beyond, from athletes and coaches to executives and policymakers. It fosters conversations on mental health, equity, and inclusion, reinforcing the importance of uplifting communities and dismantling barriers.

Keshia Walker, Insights Marketing

This event, presented by Insights Marketing and AFCRA, is a cornerstone of the SWAC Tournament's cultural and community programming, further positioning Atlanta as a hub for Black excellence, empowerment, and change-making leadership.