Rising Through Adversity: Charlisse Leger-Walker on Leadership, Purpose, and Paying It Forward
Release Date: 01/06/2026
Serving With Purpose: Lauren Ware on Leadership Beyond Basketball
Kickin it Forward Podcast
Texas A&M’s Lauren Ware reflects on using her platform for good and how service defines her journey as a student-athlete and Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee. Support the mission at
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Driven to Serve: Lily Ba on Leadership Through Action
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Lily Ba of Louisiana Lafayette shares how service fuels her leadership and why representing her school as a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee is such an honor. Support the mission at
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Heart of a Leader: Leilani Guion on Serving With Strength
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Troy University’s Leilani Guion shares how empathy and resilience have shaped her leadership journey and why service is central to her identity as a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee. Support the mission at
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Purpose in Every Play: Peyton Ilderton on Leading Through Service
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Marshall’s Peyton Ilderton talks about the role of service in shaping her identity as a student-athlete and leader, and what being a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee means to her. Support the mission at
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Service Beyond the Game: Syriah Daniels on Leadership in Action
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Auburn’s Syriah Daniels reflects on servant leadership, personal growth, and using her influence to make a lasting difference on and off the court as a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee. Support the mission at
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Leading With Heart: Achol Akot on Purpose, Service, and Student-Athlete Impact
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Oklahoma State’s Achol Akot shares how leadership begins with service. From the classroom to the community, she reflects on using her platform to uplift others and what it means to be recognized as a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee. Support the mission at
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Beyond the Box Score: Moriah Murray on Leadership, Courage, and Community Impact
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Penn State’s Moriah Murray opens up about the personal values that guide her, how she invests in her teammates, and why community service matters now more than ever. Her commitment honors the legacy of Coach Kay Yow. Donate to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund at
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Service-First Leadership: Julia Roth on Gratitude, Growth, and Giving Back
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Julia Roth from Susquehanna University shares her heart for service, her journey as a leader, and the importance of uplifting others. Her story echoes the values Coach Kay Yow championed throughout her life. Donate at
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Aloha Spirit in Action: Kira May Filemu on Service, Culture, and Compassion
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Representing the University of Hawaii, Kira May Filemu brings the Aloha spirit to leadership, service, and team culture. Her insights reflect the deep connection between community, compassion, and personal growth. Donate to the Kay Yow Cancer Fund at www.KayYow.com
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Leading by Example: Kymora Johnson on Family, Focus, and Serving Her Community
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UVA’s Kymora Johnson discusses what leadership means to her and how service has shaped her identity as a student-athlete. She embodies the spirit of the Kay Yow Servant Leader Award. Support the mission at
info_outlineCharlisse Leger-Walker of UCLA shares how leadership, resilience, and service shaped her as an athlete and a person. As a Kay Yow Servant Leader nominee, she talks about what it means to use her platform to support others and inspire change.
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