Flag Football Athlete Spotlight: Nevaeh Lima

Welcome to the Flag Football Finder Athlete Spotlight series, where we feature flag football athletes from across the world. Our mission is to help these athletes expand their platform, share what drives them, and  hopefully motivate and inspire the community.

... and make sure you read until the end - where we ask each athlete who they'd love to call out in a 1-on-1 match up.

Meet Nevaeh Lima, a powerhouse on the flag football field and a strategic leader from Ontario, CA, ready to tackle her senior year at Ayala High School with her signature speed and tenacity. Playing as a wide receiver, defensive back, and rusher, Nevaeh is a triple threat who impresses her coaches and peers with both her versatility and drive.

Her path in sports isn't just marked by her impressive multitasking between flag football and varsity basketball—it's defined by her incredible dedication. Nevaeh can still vividly relive the excitement when she was named MVP at Rams Camp and the sheer joy at receiving her first college offer for flag football. These milestones weren't just achievements; they served as affirmations that her relentless efforts and self-belief haven't gone unnoticed.

As she embarks on her final high school season, Nevaeh's goals highlight her ambition both on and off the field. She aspires to finish strong and lead by example, aiming to excel as a captain and securing a college that fits her athletic and academic goals. These aspirations are deeply connected to the flag football community, showing young athletes everywhere how setting goals can lead to profound growth and opportunities.

Given the chance, Nevaeh would love to match up against Madison Fulford of the US Women's National Flag Football Team, a player she greatly admires, in a one-on-one game. The potential for growth and learning in such a face-off is one of Nevaeh’s long-term dreams, vividly illustrating her hunger for challenge and improvement.

Join us in cheering Nevaeh on as she takes purposeful strides toward her future. Check out her full athlete profile to learn more about her journey and what's next on her horizon.

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