Vice President Harris brings together a powerful gathering of women in sports

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Billie Jean King overlooking the many women of impact Credit: Official White House Photo by Lawrence Jackson) by LOIS ELFMAN, Amsterdam News & U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris recently hosted a unique gathering at her home with more than 100 women influential in sports. There were Olympians, Paralympians, athletic directors, sports broadcasters, and team presidents. Some of the most notable names were four-time Olympic basketball gold medalist Lisa Leslie, history-making Olympic ice dance champion Meryl Davis, Big East Commissioner Val Ackerman, and Atlanta Dream co-owner Renee Montgomery. “It was inspiring to be surrounded by individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations. The energy in the room was filled with passion, determination, and a shared commitment to advancing women’s representation in sports,” said Melody Webb, director of athletics at Norfolk State University. Other athletic directors in attendance included Nina King of Duke; Dr. Alecia Shields-Gadson of Delaware State; Candice Storey Lee of Vanderbilt; Jennifer Cohen of the University of Southern California; and Dena Freeman-Patton of Morgan State. Webb noted that it was a celebration of diversity and inclusion in sports that encouraged her...