Atkinson played for Lee Central High School in Bishopville, South Carolina, where she was named a WBCA All-American.

[1] She participated in the 2002 WBCA High School All-America Game where she scored eight points.

[2] Atkinson attended college at the University of North Carolina and graduated in 2006.

Source[3] Following her collegiate career, she was selected as the ninth overall pick in the 2006 WNBA draft by the Indiana Fever.

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