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www. Char l es tonWomenPodcas t . com | www. ReadCW. com | www. I ns tagram. com /Char l es tonWomen CW four times and to the Sweet 16 twice. After college, Antonelli became the marketing director at Kentucky and at Ohio State and successfully lobbied for women’s basketball games to be aired on local television. She became the Buckeyes’ announcer for five years. Since then, Antonelli has announced professional and collegiate women’s games for CBS, Fox Sports Net, NBATV and others. Four years ago, she became the first female analyst in 25 years to broadcast an NCAA men’s basketball tournament game, and she continues to announce men’s basketball on CBS. Antonelli has won Emmy and Gracie awards for broadcasting and is currently a full-time analyst and announcer on ESPN. This year, Antonelli was inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame, but she considers getting her former coach’s name on the court at NC State University another of her top achievements. Antonelli’s interest in promoting women’s sports has a local presence, too. She hosts a summer sports camp for girls aged 5-11 to introduce them to 20 different sports. She said, “It’s valuable for young girls’ self-esteem. My motto is ‘build, serve, empower.’” Antonelli describes herself as relentless, passionate and fair. “I’ve got an incredible career, but the Special Olympics fundraiser is really the main focus. Give me a penny for every shot I make — 2400 — and that’s only $24. Regardless of how much they donate, I write a personal note to everyone because it is that personal to me. Next year, if we can make $250,000, I will write all those thank you notes — and I can’t wait to do it.” Visit 24HoursNBN.com to donate. feature Pediatric Therapy Services Happy Hearts Therapy works individually with each family to meet their needs and ensure that their child is given the necessary skills to achieve lifelong changes Lindsay@hhtherapysc.com | 843-806-3110 @happyheartstherapy www.HHTherapysc.com 672 Marina Dr Suite 104, Charleston, SC 29492