Founder of Catch the Stars Foundation; Former WNBA Forward & 4X Olympic Basketball Gold Medalist; Youth Fitness & Literacy Advocate; Owner of Tea's Me Cafe
Tamika Catchings Biography
Tamika Catchings is recognized as a leading figure in professional basketball, known for her career in the WNBA and her influence on the sport globally. As a forward for the Indiana Fever, Catchings established herself as a dominant player, earning multiple All-Star selections and leading her team to a WNBA championship. Her defensive skills and all-around game earned her several Defensive Player of the Year honors, and she is frequently listed among the league’s all-time greats.
Catchings’ accomplishments extend beyond the WNBA; she is an Olympian who represented the United States in multiple Olympic Games and contributed to several gold medal victories. Her leadership and competitive drive have made her a sought-after speaker and ambassador for basketball, with frequent appearances at major basketball events and in media coverage related to women’s athletics and sports leadership.
Off the court, Catchings has demonstrated a commitment to community engagement and advocacy. She founded the Catch the Stars Foundation, which supports youth through fitness, literacy, and mentoring programs. Her autobiography, "Catch a Star: Shining Through Adversity to Become a Champion," details her journey overcoming significant challenges, including hearing loss, and connects with audiences interested in sports motivation and personal development. Catchings’ experience in public speaking and her decorated basketball career position her as a credible leader in sports and community service.
She opened Tea's Me Cafe in Indianapolis to serve as a community gathering place, and event site to encourage philanthropic endeavors.
Throughout her career, Catchings has received numerous awards and honors, including induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, underscoring her legacy in women’s basketball. Her story of resilience, achievement, and service continues to influence athletes and non-athletes, making her a respected voice on topics such as sportsmanship and overcoming adversity.
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Tamika Catchings is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Athlete, Basketball, Black Heritage, Christian, Christian, Christian Athletes, Disability, Diversity & Inclusion, Faith & Religion, Faith & Religion, Human Resources, Influential Women, Motivational, Olympic Athlete, Social Activism, Sports, Sports Motivation, Women, Youth -
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Tamika Catchings is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tamika Catchings for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Tamika Catchings generally travels from Indianapolis, IN, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sanya Richards-Ross, Shannon Miller, Dominique Dawes, Jim Morris and Darryl Strawberry. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tamika Catchings for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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