Fox 59, WXIN-TV of Indianapolis, will serve as media partner of the event, and the luncheon will be emceed by Angela Ganote, who anchors Fox 59's morning news and sports report. Other sponsors are Vincennes University, St. Vincent Sport Performance, Citizens Energy Group, Sport Graphics, as well as the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and the Indiana High School Athletic Association (IHSAA). 

NFHS Girls and Women in Sports Day is a part of the nationwide celebration of female sports pioneers and participants. The NFHS, which is the national leadership organization for high school athletic and fine arts activities, has hosted the Indianapolis event since its inception in 2000. Along with the NCAA and the IHSAA, the NFHS will celebrate the achievements of Indiana girls and women in sports and activities through the presentation of seven awards, including the IHSAA Sportsmanship Award and the NCAA Robert F. Kanaby Citizenship Award.

Hightower, a former world-class hurdler and sprinter, was a member of 12 national teams and held American and world records in the 60-yard dash and 100-meter hurdles. She also was a member of the USATF Athletes Advisory Committee.

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