Jamie Lynn Spears is celebrating daughter Maddie’s commitment to college for softball.
“All in my feels, bc my baby girl has committed to furthering her athletic & academic career at the University of Southern Miss!” Spears, 33, wrote via Instagram on Monday, November 25. “I can remember it like it was just yesterday, as the whole world watched and judged as I made the choice to have my baby at 16 years old, fast fwd to today, and that same little baby girl is now 16 years old herself announcing that she will be going to play D1 ball for an amazing college.”
She continued, “I feel like I can’t take much credit for anything, bc I have witnessed this kid go through, face, & overcome some impossible things by her own strong will, convictions, determination, & the sheer grace of God.”
Spears noted that she “did everything I could to better myself” and be the mom Maddie “deserved” as well as “break those generational curses, so they weren’t passed on to her or any future generations.”
“I think her story is a true testament to trusting God’s will & being able to achieve whatever you’re willing to work hard for, and I couldn’t be more proud of her!” Spears concluded. “Love you, Maddie🤍🖤💛. GO EAGLES 🦅.”
Alongside the heartfelt caption, Spears shared a series of photos of Maddie’s softball endeavors through the years and an OK! Magazine cover story announcing the birth of her daughter.
Maddie’s sister, Ivey, 6, showed her enthusiasm for the decision in a sweet Instagram Story post by Spears. “GO SISSY!!!” Spears captioned a photo of Ivey rocking University of Southern Mississippi clothes and raising her hands above her head.
Spears welcomed Maddie in 2008 with her ex-fiancé Casey Aldridge. The pair called it quits less than two years later, and Spears moved on with Jamie Watson. Spears and Watson exchanged vows in 2014 and welcomed daughter Ivey four years later.
Maddie shared the news of her commitment via her own Instagram post on Monday. “I am so excited and blessed to announce my verbal commitment, for my academic and athletic career, to the University of Southern Mississippi!!!” she wrote. “I am so thankful to all the players, coaches, and family that have supported me and made it possible to get to the point I am today. This is a dream come true and I am truly blessed!! Thank you to Coach Poole, Coach Izzy, Coach Aaron, and Coach Matt for this opportunity!! GO EAGLES!!!💛💛💛.”
Spears gushed over her daughter in the comments section, writing, “So proud of you🦅💛🖤.”
