Team Bio
The Windy City NativHawks are a premier basketball organization based on the Northwest Side of Chicago. Built on the principles of inclusion and elite competition, the NativHawks proudly operate as a unified team of Deaf and Hearing athletes, breaking barriers on and off the court.
As the newest franchise in the American Basketball Association (ABA), we are committed to bringing a high-energy, professional basketball experience to our local community while fostering an environment where communication and talent transcend sound.
Leadership
Chadwick Atkins | President & General Manager Chadwick brings decades of deep-rooted basketball experience to the NativHawks. A lifelong student of the game, his career spans years as both a formidable player and a dedicated assistant coach. Although a recent hip injury transitioned him from the hardwood to the front office, his passion for the sport and his mastery of late-game strategy remain the heartbeat of the organization.
Under his leadership, the NativHawks have officially joined the ABA ranks, signaling a new era for competitive basketball in Chicago
