Lady Pacer Women's Basketball Community Engagement

One of the cornerstones of the Lady Pacer basketball program (as well as a Division II initiative) is Community Engagement and Service projects. There are numerous reasons for staying involved in the community, which include forming a bond with the youth in and around Aiken, helping and serving others that are less fortunate, recognizing others for their accomplishments and hard work (breast cancer survivors, teachers and professors, Girl Scouts), and showing appreciation for the continued support that we receive from the community.

The Lady Pacers have been involved in several events throughout the Aiken community, including starting the Junior Pacers. The Junior Pacers program was started in 2008 as a way for children in the community to become involved with the Lady Pacers. Junior Pacers are invited to participate in the Lady Pacers’ Meet & Greet Day, have lunch with the Lady Pacers, visit the locker room after a game, and will receive a Junior Pacers t-shirt.

Other Community Engagement and Service Activities

Reading to the 4th grade at Aiken Elementary
Honoring education professionals at half-time during American Education Week
Walking the dogs at the S.P.C.A.
Playing games with children at Helping Hands
Participating in Upward Evaluation
Volunteering at the United Way Cook-Off Fundraiser
Volunteering at the Buddy Walk
Participating in a benefit for Paris Marchant
Hosting Girl Scouts Day
Hosting an Ovarian Cancer game to spread awareness
Hosting our annual Pink Zone game and honoring survivors of breast cancer at half-time

“I enjoy doing community service because I love seeing the smiles on people's faces. When we go out into the community it’s no longer about the Lady Pacers, it’s about the people we are helping.” – Triahna Harris

“I like doing community service because the people from our community are very strong supporters of this team. Our service to them is just a small way to say that we REALLY appreciate what they do for us. ” – Nakia Pinkney

“I know I wouldn’t be where I am today without assistance from community members. I try to take advantage of any chance I get to give back to the community that has done so much to help me.” – Deandra Schirmer