My name is Kenyatta Hankerson and I am the founder of an AAU non-profit organization, Lady Wolves, which supports young female basketball players within the Charlotte Metro Area. I am originally from Louisiana and I grew up playing basketball and worked hard enough to earn a college scholarship to North Carolina State University (1995-1999). In my junior year in 1998 my team went the final four. It was an amazing experience to play on such a large scale with one of the best coaches in the country. I had the opportunity to play for Coach Kay Yow who instilled in me the value of the lessons that are learned on the court which also applies off the court. The Lady Wolves is a growing organization with players ranging from 4 years old all the way 7th grade. Our vision for this organization is to develop young women who are clear, confident and committed to contributing their very best for themselves and to their community to honor the gifts they have been given. We will be known as an organization that is focused on the well-being of the entire child. This will include, but not limited to, educational enrichment opportunities for the girls to have additional exposure to cultural events. In addition to off the court enrichment the girls will play basketball at the most competitive level with a promise of great sportsman like conduct and high technical expertise.  We will encourage the kids to have great work ethic, respect for others, clarity for who you are and being an overall well-rounded asset to society as future female leaders in the community. Thank you for the opportunity to share with you the start of a journey for building future leaders.   Kenyatta Hankerson  Founder of Lady Wolves