By Bryna Jean-Marie As the head of communications for Underdog Venture Team, the sports media and content strategist has made a career of shining a light on the ‘sixth man.’ Sports Illustrated and Empower Onyx are putting the spotlight on the diverse journeys of Black women across sports—from the veteran athletes, to up-and-coming stars, coaches, executives and more—in the series, Elle-evate: 100 Influential Black Women in Sports. Alyson Furch, head of communications for Underdog Venture Team, was brought up in a family that encouraged the exploration of entertainment, literature, culture, art…