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Local Media Panel Recognizes Veteran Guard for Professionalism with the Press

ATLANTA&nbsp;– The Atlanta Hawks today announced guard Bogdan Bogdanovic as the recipient of the 2023-24 Sekou Smith Award, which annually honors the player on the team’s roster who best represents themselves and the franchise with professionalism and integrity in their interactions with the media.&nbsp;

Bogdanovic was selected via vote from a select local media panel. He will be recognized tonight during a pregame presentation, which will include members of Smith’s family.&nbsp;

“Bogi is a true professional, and that extends to his cooperation with the media,” said Hawks Vice President of Basketball Communications Jon Steinberg. “He is always accommodating and honest with the media during the season’s peaks and valleys and is a very deserving recipient among many strong candidates up and down the roster.”

In addition to the award, the Hawks named the media workroom at State Farm Arena after Smith in 2021, redesigning the space to honor his memory. The team also launched an annual Hawks-NBA Summer League internship in Smith’s name in 2021.&nbsp;

Smith served as the AJC’s Hawks beat writer from 2005-09 before joining NBA Digital as a multimedia reporter and analyst. He also spent time at The Clarion-Ledger in Jackson, MS and the Indianapolis Star, where he covered the Indiana Pacers as the team’s beat writer.

Past Sekou Smith Award Winners&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Past Sekou Smith Hawks-NBA Summer League Interns

2020-21&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; John Collins &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;2021&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clement Gibson (Jackson State University)

2021-22&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kevin Huerter &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2022&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Cullen Davis (Alabama State University)

2022-23&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Clint Capela &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 2023&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Kendal Manns (Alabama State&nbsp;University)

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Bogdan Bogdanovic Selected as Recipient of 2023-24 Sekou Smith Award

Hawks’ Guards Bogdan Bogdanovic and Garrison Matthews Engaged with Students as They Learned More About STEM Fields Through Activities 

ATLANTA – On Monday afternoon, the Hawks and State Farm teamed up to host ‘LIVE AND LOUD’, a special STEM event for local students. At the event, which took place at the Good Neighbor Club at the William Walker Recreation Center in Atlanta, local students were joined by Hawks guards, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Garrison Matthews, and Harry the Hawk as they learned about STEM through various activities.

STEM is an educational program developed to prepare students for careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“We’re excited to help connect more youth in our community in different ways to be involved in STEM today,” said Hawks’ Vice President of Community Impact and Basketball Programs, Jon Babul. “Together with State Farm, we want to continue to help students learn and grow and know that they can make an impact regardless of the career they pursue.”

Students participated in a music production station, which included a full mobile studio where professionals gave an overview of how the equipment works and taught the students how to produce a unique music beat and about engineering.

The students were also able to interact with live animals, including turtles, tarantulas, and more. At the station, they learned about veterinary work and its relation to other careers in STEM. 

“As the Corporate Responsibility Manager at State Farm, I’m thrilled to partner with the Atlanta Hawks to bring engaging STEM modules to our Good Neighbor Club at William Walker Recreation Center. Seeing the excitement on kids’ faces as they explore science and technology in a fun way is truly rewarding,” said State Farm Corporate Responsibility Manager, Tanya James. “These partnerships not only benefit the community by providing access to valuable resources, but also play a crucial role in shaping the future generation. STEM exposure is vital as it equips children with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an increasingly tech driven world, fostering innovation, problem solving, and a passion for lifelong learning.”

The Hawks and State Farm have led efforts in multiple community-focused initiatives to better serve Metro Atlanta. In addition to today’s LIVE AND LOUD event, the Hawks and State Farm previously teamed up in March 2023 to host another STEM event that focused on music production, robotics, and drones at the N.H. Scott Recreation Center.

Together, the Hawks and State Farm have opened nine Good Neighbor Clubs around the greater Atlanta area, which have helped host other events focused on STEM activities for hundreds students.

To learn more about the Hawks work in the community, visit Hawks.com/Community.

To learn more about how State Farm supports Safety, Education, and Community Development, visit: Community Service & Involvement - State Farm®.

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Hawks and State Farm Help Local Youth Learn about STEM by Producing Music Beats and Working with Animals

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