Surrounded by family, friends, and coaches, North Lamar High School senior Roselyn Spencer signed her letter of intent to continue her academic and athletic career at Harding University in Searcy, Arkansas. The signing took place Friday, March 21, at the North Lamar Athletic Facility.
Roselyn, daughter of Clint and Rachel Spencer, will join Harding University’s Track & Field team while pursuing a degree in Medical Humanities. Her grandparents—Roger and Vicki Guess and Jay and Gay Spencer—along with siblings Nolan and Marion Spencer, were proudly in attendance to witness this special milestone.
“Playing sports at North Lamar has been such a shaping experience in my life,” said Roselyn. “I’ve had so many amazing teammates and coaches that have supported me and encouraged me to do things I didn’t even know were possible. I love the high standard that the coaches set for girls’ athletics. Being a Pantherette has helped me build work ethic, grow in determination, and have fun while competing.”
North Lamar Track and Conditioning Coach Patrick Watkins shared high praise for Roselyn’s dedication and drive. “Roselyn is part of the 1%—the elite group of athletes who go on to compete at the next level,” said Watkins. “She has the ability, aspiration, and mindset to achieve anything she sets her mind to, and we can’t wait to see where she lands—the sky’s the limit.”
With heartfelt gratitude, Roselyn expressed her appreciation for those who have helped shape her journey. “I’m incredibly grateful to God for this opportunity and for the ability to glorify Him through sports. I want to thank my friends and teammates for making this journey so fun, and my coaches for believing in me. A special thank you to my mom for always supporting me and capturing the moments, and to my dad for always believing in my potential. His constant encouragement has helped make me who I am today.”
Roselyn also offered advice for younger athletes at North Lamar: “Believe in yourself and in the power of hard work and improvement. Don’t get discouraged or hold yourself back with mental limits. Sometimes you’ll have to do more than those around you, but it’s worth it if you want to succeed.”
North Lamar ISD celebrates Roselyn Spencer’s achievements and wishes her continued success at Harding University—both on the track and in the classroom
