Jamie Lynn Spears, the younger sister of pop star Britney Spears, announced that her daughter Maddie will be heading off to college. 

The Zoey 101 alum spilled in an emotional Instagram post that her 16-year-old daughter has officially signed on to play D1 softball at the University of Southern Mississippi after graduating high school next year. 

“All in my feels, bc my baby girl has committed to furthering her athletic & academic career at the University of Southern Miss," wrote Spears. "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.”

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The actress went on to reflect what it's like seeing Maddie as a 16-year-old herself, as she was around the same age when she had Maddie with ex Casey Aldridge.

”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," she recalled. "Fast fwd to today, and that same little baby girl is now 16 years old herself announcing that she will be going on to play D1 ball for an amazing college. I did everything I could to better myself in order to be the mama she deserved, & to break those generational curses, so they weren’t passed on to her or any future generations.”

She continued, “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.”

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Spears included a carousel of photos in her post, including those visiting her new school and standing in the middle of the field with alongside step-dad Jamie Watson - whom Spears also shares 6-year-old daughter Ivey with. 

Maddie said in her own Instagram post, “I am so excited and blessed to announce my verbal commitment, for my academic and athletic career, to the University of Southern Mississippi. 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!!”

Photo Credit: @jamielynnspears on Instagram.