Tiffany Hamilton
Tiffany Hamilton is the dynamic President of the Indy Steelers Youth Football Team, proudly based at Tarkington Park, right across from the Martin Luther King Community Center. The Indy Steelers offer an exhilarating, safe, and affordable opportunity for young people aged 7 to 14 to play football and cheerlead. This area of Indianapolis and the youth served by the programming are, unfortunately, familiar with gun violence. Tiffany, who has been the team mom and business manager for years, heroically stepped into the key leadership role in 2023 after the heartbreaking loss of her husband, Coach Richard "Nell" Hamilton to random gun violence.
Together with other dedicated parents, Tiffany and Coach Nell founded the team in 2000, and through their boundless passion and commitment, they have grown the Indy Steelers exponentially. Their personal investment of time, talent, and treasure has profoundly impacted countless young lives. Coach Nell's passing was a devastating blow to the entire community, but Tiffany and her adult children have shown incredible resilience. They have taken the reins full-time, honoring Coach Nell's legacy by continuing to provide young people with the chance to play football, cheerlead, and build a strong and safe community--actively working to prevent gun violence.
The Indy Steelers are synonymous with athleticism, teamwork, perseverance, sportsmanship, and mentoring. For Tiffany, it's about much more than football; it's about nurturing her neighborhood and ensuring everyone is cared for. The Indy Steelers have organized thrilling safe trick-or-treat events, tutoring sessions, mentoring programs, food giveaways, Thanksgiving baskets, and exciting field trips. They have also clinched countless championships with their local and travel teams, giving young people the chance to explore beyond the city.
Tiffany is a walking billboard for the Indy Steelers, where no child is turned away from their dream to play, regardless of their ability to pay. Her determination and self-sacrifice for others shine through in her dedication to her family, her football team, and her community. She has masterfully balanced her service while celebrating her son's college football success at Calumet College of St. Joseph.