WHEREAS, Autumn Lockwood will become the first Black woman to coach in the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 12, 2023, when the Philadelphia Eagles play the Kansas City Chiefs in Superbowl LVII; and
WHEREAS, Diversity and representation are important cultural touchstones and Black women are historically underrepresented in national sports; and
WHEREAS, On the occasion of Black History Month, it is crucial that we uplift the accomplishments of young Black professionals who are breaking barriers in their fields; and
WHEREAS, Autumn joined the Philadelphia Eagles in August 2022 and currently serves as a seasonal Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA); and
WHEREAS, Autumn earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from the University of Arizona and her master’s degree in Sports Management from East Tennessee State University; and
WHEREAS, Autumn previously served as the coordinator of sports performance at the University of Houston. She also worked as a strength and conditioning assistant at the University of Nevada Las Vegas and East Tennessee State University; and
WHEREAS, Autumn is also an accomplished athlete in her own right. She was a letterwinner at the University of Arizona in soccer; and
WHEREAS, Autumn’s hard work and determination has allowed her to reach the highest levels of professional strength and conditioning coaching. Her accomplishments demonstrate to all young Black women that there is no glass ceiling that cannot be shattered; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, That we hereby honor Autumn
Lockwood as the first Black woman to coach in the Super Bowl.
FURTHER RESOLVED, That an Engrossed copy of this resolution be presented to Autumn Lockwood, further evidencing the sincere respect of this Legislative body.
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