University of Charleston Athletics

Adams was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2002. 

During her time at Morris Harvey College, she was a majorette and Earl Carroll Beauty winner. After graduating, she was named Adult Educator of the Year. 

Adams has been an active member in the University of Charleston community as a Golden Eagle Sports Hall of Fame Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Honoree Charter member, Planning Committee Selection Committee member, Sparky Adams Scholarship Fundraiser, University Builders member and University of Charleston Athletic Network member.