Who we are
Black Girl Soccer exists because representation, access, and early exposure matter.
In Atlanta, too many Black children—especially girls—are introduced to sports late, overlooked in elite pipelines, or never invited into the game at all. Black Girl Soccer was created to change that narrative from the very beginning.
Our Goal Black Girl Soccer exists to change who gets access to the game—and when. We introduce and elevate Black girls ages 6–18 in underrepresented Atlanta communities through high-level soccer training, licensed women coaches, and clear pathways to competitive, collegiate, and professional opportunities. More than a program, we create safe spaces where Black girls belong, build confidence, and grow—on and off the field
Our Team
Founder | Coach | Mentor | Social Advocate
Atlanta-born and raised, Coach Angg has been connected to soccer since age three. With nearly 30 years of playing experience and four years of coaching, she brings a coaching style rooted in skill development, joy, and inclusivity.
Having navigated the sport as one of the only Black girls on the field, Angg is passionate about creating the safe, affirming space she never had. She believes confidence is built through effort, trying new things, and embracing growth—on and off the pitch.
By day a social worker and always an advocate, Coach Angg coaches to help girls feel free to play, belong, and thrive.
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Get to Know Coach Angg
Favorite Player: Freddy Adu (same jersey number!)
Hype Song: “We Ready” – Archie Eversole
Pre-Game Ritual: Orange slices + trap music
Favorite Position: Sweeper (but also wing & attacking mid)
Off the Field: Biking, hiking, and staying active outdoors with her son
Coaching Motto: Confidence comes from trying
Coach Angg
Coach | Mentor | Creative Leader
Born and raised in Atlanta, Coach Lexi has been connected to soccer since age five and has spent 24 years immersed in the game. Drawn in by the creativity and expression of soccer, the sport quickly became her world—shaping how she learns, leads, and shows up for others.
As a player, Lexi experienced isolation in traditional soccer spaces and often felt pressure to shrink parts of herself. Those experiences now fuel her coaching approach. She is deeply committed to creating environments rooted in safety, belonging, and emotional support, where players are encouraged to show up fully and authentically.
For Coach Lexi, Black Girl Soccer represents freedom and community—a space where Black girls can build confidence, explore possibility, and play without limits.
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Get to Know Coach Lexi
Favorite Player: Ronaldinho
Hype Song: Anything Young Thug
Pre-Game Ritual: Calling her parents for good luck and positive energy
Positions Played: Everywhere on the field (except goalkeeper!)
Off the Field: Crafting, creative projects, and time with her girls
Coaching Focus: Safety, freedom, and confidence—on and off the pitch
Coach Lexi
Coach Kay
Coach | Referee | Mentor | Community Builder
Born and raised in East Atlanta, Coach Kerri’s love for soccer was shaped by both her Jamaican heritage and her deep roots in the Atlanta soccer community. In her family, the game was rhythm, connection, and celebration—an expression of culture, creativity, and resilience. Soccer was a family commitment—shared with her five siblings. From playing and refereeing to setting up fields and working concessions, those long days built her understanding of teamwork, responsibility, and community.
Despite the well-documented drop-off in girls’ participation in sports during adolescence, Kerri and her sister continued playing together through high school, later competing at Spelman College during the final year of its soccer program in 2012. That experience was historic and bittersweet, reinforcing how fragile access to sport can be for women and girls.
After college, Kerri stayed connected to the game by working with various youth development organizations for over 10 years, where she began coaching, mentoring, and supporting young people both on and off the field. Through this work, she discovered that soccer could be a powerful tool for confidence, belonging, and leadership—not just athletic development.
Kerri’s journey from player to coach to leader in operations and fundraising has been fueled by a belief that representation, mentorship, and collaboration are essential to the growth of the women’s game. Through Black Girl Soccer, she is committed to building spaces where girls feel safe, seen, and empowered to take up space—on the field and beyond.
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Favorite Player: Brianna Scurry & Crystal Dunn
Hype Song Vibe: Somewhere between Lauryn Hill and Ying Yang Twins — balance is everything
Pre-Game Ritual: Meditation to lock in focus and intention
Positions Played: Striker & Left Back
Playing Style: Two-footed, strongest shot with the left foot
Off the Field: Creating, building, and dreaming up new ideas
Life Beyond Soccer: Adventures with her family
Coach | Referee | Mentor | Community Builder
Coach Mo was born in Riverdale, Georgia, and introduced to soccer at just five years old. The game quickly became part of her foundation, guided by her father—a former goalkeeper—who was also her first coach and mentor. Those early years shaped not only her technical understanding of the sport but also her deep appreciation for discipline, leadership, and learning the game from the inside out.
As a player, Coach Mo drew inspiration from legends like Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain, who played her same position as a defender. She also found powerful representation in Bri Scurry, the only Black woman on the U.S. Women’s National Team at the time. Seeing someone who looked like her on the world’s biggest stage affirmed that she, too, belonged in elite soccer spaces.
Coach Mo played competitively for ten years before her playing career was cut short due to an injury sustained from a slide tackle. While her time as a player ended earlier than expected, her love for the game never did. Her coaching journey began when she volunteered to assist a team, and her deep soccer knowledge and ability to connect with players quickly positioned her as a natural leader. Teammates and coaches alike trusted her voice and vision.
Today, Coach Mo calls soccer her happy place. Coaching allows her to stay connected to the game while creating a supportive, empowering environment where players can grow, learn, and love the sport just as she does. With Jamaican heritage and a passion for community, she brings warmth, intention, and joy to every session—on and off the pitch.
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Favorite soccer players: Mia Hamm, Brandi Chastain, and Bri Scurry
Position played: Defender
First coach: Her dad (goalkeeper & lifelong mentor)
Off the field: A self-proclaimed foodie who loves fruit—especially tropical fruit
Hidden talent: Plant and nature lover; a natural horticulturalist
Soccer energy: Soccer is her happy place
Coach Mo
Why this work matters
In Atlanta and across the U.S., girls face structural barriers to participating in sport — from fewer opportunities in school athletics to cultural pressures that push many out of play by early adolescence. Nationwide, about 40% of teen girls are not actively participating in any sport, a gap linked to fewer resources and opportunities compared with boys¹. Participating in team sports like soccer has documented benefits: girls involved in organized sport report significantly higher self-esteem and stronger peer relationships².
In Atlanta, engagement in sport — including soccer — correlates with improved mental health and resilience, fostering confidence and community belonging among youth. Yet Black girls in particular are underrepresented in sports participation despite high enthusiasm for physical activity and the known emotional and social benefits of play³. Black Girl Soccer exists to close these gaps by creating accessible, affirming environments where girls of color can develop soccer skills, build confidence, and grow through teamwork and leadership.
Footnotes
Women’s Sports Foundation, The Impact of Sports on Girls’ Mental Health, 2023, www.womenssportsfoundation.org/research/the-impact-of-sports-on-girls-mental-health/.
Sport and Development, “Women’s Sports Foundation Report Examines Impact on Girls’ Mental Health,” 2023, www.sportanddev.org/latest/news/womens-sports-foundation-report-examines-impact-girls-mental-health.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “How Youth Sports Support Mental Health and Development in Atlanta,” 2022, www.ajc.com/news/health-news/how-youth-sports-support-mental-health-in-atlanta/.