Nicole Powell Receives Community Assist Award For July
August 27, 2004 - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) News Release
NEW YORK, August 27, 2004 â The WNBA announced today that Charlotte Sting Guard Nicole Powell, the third overall pick in the 2004 Draft, was named the recipient of the WNBA Community Assist Award for the month of July. During the month Powell led the Sting's two Read to Achieve Reading Timeouts, reading to children at the Johnston YMCA in Charlotte on July 12th and the West Blvd. Branch of the Public Libraries of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County on July 26th. Powell has been active in the community since being drafted by the Sting, beginning with the WNBA Rookie Orientation program in April, when she joined other top draftees and WNBA veterans Carla McGhee (retired) and Tamika Williams (Minnesota Lynx) in an assembly on the importance of reading at Doolittle East Middle School in Chicago.
"It's great to be honored with the Community Assist Award, but the real reward for me is seeing the kids' faces when I'm out at an appearance. I feel fortunate to be able to contribute off the court whether it is in Charlotte, Phoenix or another community," said Powell. "It's important to give back and connect with fans through our community initiatives and programs."
The WNBA Community Assist Award is given out monthly by the league to recognize players for their charitable efforts. Each month all 13 WNBA teams are able to nominate a player for the award, which honors the player who best reflects the league's passion for making a difference in their communities.
Additionally this season, Powell has participated in season ticket holder meet and greets, and joined in the Taste of Charlotte, the Sting Read to Achieve tip-off event and the Charlotte Bobcats Draft Party.
Through programs such as WNBA Breast Health Awareness, WNBA Mind. Body. Spirit, and WNBA Read to Achieve, the WNBA has helped to create more comprehensive awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer, good nutrition, regular exercise, and a positive self-image, and has worked to bring the joy of reading to millions of children across the country.
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