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INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Tamika Catchings, former Indiana Fever legend and four-time Olympic gold medalist, will rejoin Pacers Sports & Entertainment as an ambassador.
In her new role, Catchings will elevate sponsorship initiatives and energize events for the Indiana Fever, Pacers, and Noblesville Boom. She emphasized the importance of her roots in Indiana, stating, “Indiana has been my home since I was drafted by the Indiana Fever and Pacers Sports & Entertainment played such an important role in my life and my journey.”
Catchings, a WNBA icon, played her entire 16-season career with the Indiana Fever, where she not only set numerous records but also led the team to a WNBA Championship in 2012. She was inducted into the Naismith Hall of Fame in 2020.
President Mel Raines and CEO of Pacers Sports & Entertainment, expressed enthusiasm about Catchings’ return. “Catchings is synonymous with basketball excellence, leadership and community commitment in Indiana. We are honored to welcome her back in an official capacity and excited for the impact she will make across our organization and community,” Raines said.
Beyond her basketball career, Catchings is an entrepreneur and philanthropist. She owns Tea’s Me Cafe in Indianapolis and co-founded the Catch the Stars Foundation, which promotes youth development through sports and literacy. Catchings is also an ESPN commentator, further solidifying her role as a leader off the court.
Catchings is excited to partner with her former teams to strengthen their impact within the community and looks forward to continuing her legacy of service to families and fans in Indiana.
