Jessica Carter and Amberly Klam recognized as Toyota Everyday Heroes

The 10th class of Toyota Everyday Heroes was honored at last week's espnW: Women + Sports Summit in Ojai, California. Jessica Carter, a former college basketball player, founded the nonprofit organization HER Sports in her Virginia community to ensure that the current generation of girls has the same opportunities and benefits that she experienced through sports. Amberly Klam, meanwhile, founded Texas Fury with the mission to create an outlet for local girls to learn and play competitive flag football in an inclusive environment.

- By LOIS ELFMAN Special to the AmNews

Toyota Everyday Heroes awardees Jessica Carter (center left) and Amberly Klam (center right) with TV personality Sarah Spain (l) and Team Toyota athlete Jess Sims (r). (Photo courtesy of espnW)

"The power of being seen, not for the spotlight, but for the impact," said Carter of the honor. "It means that the long days, quiet sacrifices, and behind-the-scenes work truly matter. ... I am proof that purpose and passion haven't gone unnoticed.”