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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA — December 13, 2024 — For the first time in history, Indigenous culture and talent will be prominently showcased during Super Bowl Week with two groundbreaking events hosted by the Native Youth Foundation, founded by Johnny Hughes (San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians) and California Indigenous Athletes, founded by Keith Vasquez (San Pasqual Band of Mission Indians).
“Girls’ flag football is one of the fastest-growing sports, and to see Indigenous girls take the field during Super Bowl Week is an inspiration for the next generation,” said Keith Vasquez, Native Youth Foundation founder.
On February 4, 2025, the “Walk of Generations” Fashion Show will celebrate Indigenous artistry at its finest, featuring designs by Grammy Award-winning designer Norma Flying Horse (Red Berry Woman) and Rebekah Jarvey, alongside Indigenous models and creators.
On February 5, 2025, the California Indigenous Athletes Celebrity Girls Flag Football Game will take place at Tad Gormley Stadium in City Park, highlighting the growing prominence of girls’ flag football, which is set to debut in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
Both events are designed to empower Indigenous girls’ youth, celebrate cultural identity, and build bridges of understanding with over 25 Native American tribes represented within the wider community during one of the largest sporting weeks of the year.
“These events are about more than sports and fashion—they’re about uplifting Indigenous voices and showcasing the strength, beauty, and resilience of our communities,” said Brandi Liberty, Local Event Planner and CEO of The Luak Group (a New Orleans native-owned consulting firm). “This is a historic moment for New Orleans and our Indigenous youth, and we’re thrilled to bring Indigenous culture to the forefront during Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.”
Celebrity Guests & Collaborators Include:
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Red Berry Woman, Norma Flying Horse (enrolled member of the Hidatsa Tribe, member of the Dakota Sioux, Assiniboine, and adopted member of Crow Nation): Grammy award winning indigenous fashion designer.
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Joe Pekara, Pharaoh 171 Photography ( Choctaw and Tsalagi): Grammy Award-winning photographer known for capturing powerful cultural and artistic moments.
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Rebeka Jarvey (Blackfeet, Chippewa, Cree): Acclaimed Indigenous fashion designer who will design custom uniforms for the football game.
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Talameshia: Rising musical artist performing during the halftime show at the flag football game.
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Levi Horn (Northern Cheyenne, Arikara, Blackfoot (Blood Tribe), Gros Ventre): Former NFL athlete and advocate for Native youth in sports and education.
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Def-I (Diné ): Celebrated Indigenous hip-hop artist and DJ, providing entertainment for both events.
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Royce Jarvey (Chippewa-Cree & Blackfeet): Published Model, Beader, Fancy Dancer.
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Kansas Middletent (Ku Wicasa Lakota): Entrepreneur, Motivational speaker, fashion model, actor
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Sen Skunk (Lakota): Indigenous model
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Cam Lynch: Former NFL player and advocate for empowering the next generation of athletes.
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Adrienne Smith: Professional athlete , inventor of Blitz Champ football card game and head coach for the Celebrity Girls Flag Football Game
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Bonnie Jill Laflin: Celebrity coach, first cheerleader for both NFL and NBA, and first female NBA scout for Lakers.
The fashion show will provide a platform for Indigenous designers, models, and creatives to shine, while the flag football game will highlight Indigenous girls athletes’ growing involvement in a sport that is gaining national and global recognition.
Both events are being supported by sponsors, tribal nations, and organizations who share a commitment to empowering Indigenous youth through leadership, mentorship, and cultural preservation.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available for organizations looking to support these events and be part of this historic celebration of Indigenous excellence.
The Native Youth Foundation and its program, California Indigenous Athletes, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, are dedicated to providing educational and athletic opportunities for Native youth, building resilience, and fostering leadership for the next seven generations.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities or to attend the events, please contact Nelletta Reed at rnelletta@yahoo.com.
Event Details
“Walk of Generations” Fashion Show
• Date: February 4, 2025
• Time: Reception: 5:30–6:30 PM | Fashion Show: 6:30–8:30 PM | After-Party: 8:30–10:00 PM
• Location: New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70113
California Indigenous Athletes Celebrity Girls Flag Football Game
• Date: February 5, 2025
• Time: Kickoff: 6:00 PM, Gates Open at 5:00 PM
• Location: Tad Gormley Stadium, 5400 Stadium Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 (City Park), New Orleans
Join us in celebrating this historic moment for Indigenous culture and community during Super Bowl Week in New Orleans.
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