LAS VEGAS (KTNV) \u2014 While the Las Vegas Aces’ goal is winning, their mission goes far beyond the basketball court. <\/p>\n
WATCH | Las Vegas Aces host star-studded IX Awards honoring Title IX with Mia Hamm<\/b><\/p>\n
Las Vegas Aces celebrate ‘The IX Awards’ for fourth year<\/p>\n
\u201cWe would not have the WNBA without it,” Aces President Nikki Fargas said. <\/p>\n
Fargas is talking about Title IX. That is why the Aces have, “The IX Awards,” and it is unlike any other Title IX celebration. <\/p>\n
\u201cThe fact that there\u2019s a lot of money and attention that goes into this event, it feels first class,” Olympic Gold Medalist Jessica Mendoza said. <\/p>\n
At the fourth annual event, nearly 300 attendees gathered to celebrate multiple honorees including two-time World Cup medalist Mia Hamm. <\/p>\n
\u201cWhat the Aces are doing here is tremendous,” Hamm said. “I think it\u2019s important to celebrate where we are and where we\u2019re going.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to celebrating Title IX, the Aces donate portions of the proceeds from the event to local charities that support women and girls in sport. <\/p>\n
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