MyAngel  NIL Deal

We would like to congratulate our very own student-athlete, MyAngel Ross, for making history as the first athlete at Lithia Springs High School to receive an NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal. She is also the first female athlete in the Douglas County School System to achieve this milestone. MyAngel’s NIL deal was with Alternatives Careers in Sports Academy (ACSA).

She was recognized and honored during a special ceremony at LSHS on Tuesday, March 25th, in a packed theater, where her peers, staff, family, and friends gathered to celebrate her achievement. The CEO of ACSA, Roderick Liptrot, spoke to the students about the significance of NIL opportunities, commending MyAngel for excelling both in the classroom and on the field. He explained the reasons behind her selection and praised her dedication and hard work.

The event was also graced with heartfelt messages from Principal Felicia Jones, former flag football Coach Kendra Pleasants, and Assistant Principal/Athletic Director, Mikey Jones. “This is a monumental moment for our school and an incredible achievement for MyAngel,” said Principal Jones. “We are excited to celebrate her hard work, dedication, and groundbreaking success today.” MyAngel also took a moment to express her gratitude, thanking her family, coaches, and friends for their unwavering support throughout her journey.

ACSA (Alternative Careers in Sports Academy) assists athletes at every stage of their careers, focusing on financial literacy and retirement income planning.

A senior at Lithia Springs, MyAngel is a multi-sport athlete with notable accomplishments in flag football, where she has excelled for four consecutive years. Her leadership led her team to one state championship title, three state finals appearances, and one Final Four appearance. Here are her career stats: 81 receptions, 762 receiving yards, 149 carries, 915 rushing yards, 69 completions, 116 attempts, 698 yards, 38 total touchdowns, 98 total tackles, 11 interceptions. We are incredibly proud of MyAngel and all her accomplishments. This achievement is just the beginning of what promises to be a bright future!