Texas Tech University Athletics
Ritchie Selected Campus Coca-Cola Community All-American
May 21, 2004 | Women's Basketball
May 21, 2004
LUBBOCK, Texas - Former Texas Tech women's basketball student-athlete Natalie Ritchie was honored as the campus' Coca-Cola Community All-American by the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics (NACDA).
The Coca-Cola Community All-American (CCCAA) Program is in its first year as it recognizes student-athletes for their community service efforts in their respective communities.
Ritchie's commitment to community involvement is led by her devotion and kindness. The Amarillo, Texas, native has been very involved with the Lubbock community from visiting the elderly to speaking at local schools. Ritchie also found time to meet with fans, encourage students and to give motivational speeches on a variety of topics. She has visited local hospitals, churches, and other community agencies in addition to her full schedule as a student-athlete. In her time at Tech, Ritchie also volunteered at Race for the Cure, Special Olympics, and the Ronald McDonald House.
Ritchie, who graduated this month with a degree in communication studies, was named the 2002 Big 12 Female Sportsperson of the Year for her sportsmanship and devotion to the community.
