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Sharks Celebrate National Girls & Women in Sports Day at Annual Luncheon
Guest speaker CIAA and Commissioner Jacqie McWilliams received Pioneer Award, Alexis Murphy selected as Flo Hyman recipient and Kelley Kish, awarded McWilliams with the Pioneer Award
The Nova Southeastern University Department of Athletics welcomed the Commissioner of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA), Jacqie McWilliams, as the guest speaker at the 16th annual Girls and Women in Sports Day Luncheon on Wednesday afternoon in the Arena at the Don Taft University Center.
NSU basketball player, Alexis Murphy was presented with the Flo Hyman award, which is awarded to a female student-athlete who captures former volleyball great Flo Hyman’s dignity, spirit and commitment to excellence. It honors the athlete who recognizes the far-reaching benefits of sports and who is determined to share these values with others. Major consideration is given to athletes who give generously of their time and energy so that there are greater sports opportunities for all girls and women. Nominations are submitted by the coaches and voted on by the athletic administration team.
During the luncheon, McWilliams addressed approximately 250 NSU female student-athletes, faculty and staff on the importance of recognizing that “you matter” and the importance of making those around you feel the same way. She also stressed the significance of clearly setting goals and learning the specific skills and tasks needed to achieve those goals. Her final note to the women in the audience was to recognize and use their P.O.W.E.R. In this case, she refers to P.O.W.E.R. as Positivity, Owning It, Women, Excellence and Recognizing your power. NSU Associate Athletic Director and Senior Woman Administrator, Kelley Kish, awarded McWilliams with the Pioneer Award for her accomplishments and dedication to women’s sports.
Since January 2012, McWilliams has held the position as the first appointed woman commissioner of the CIAA. She works closely with the Board of Directors and staff and provides leadership in strategic planning, day-to-day management and financial stability for the CIAA in an effort to create a culture that supports the advancement of student-athletes and its 12 member institutions. The CIAA is in the midst of celebrating 100 years of existence and is comprised of predominantly Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU).
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