Jamari Moss is a product of family, faith, and community, and now she's pouring that same foundation back into others. Whether it's a book bag drive, or finding ways to give back in her hometown. Moss carries a mindset that goes far beyond softball. For her, it’s bigger than the game, it’s about impact.

A native of Warrenton, North Carolina, Moss grew up in a small tight-knit community, where she described it as “everyone knowing each other” and “everyone building each other up.” Growing up in that environment shaped her sense of responsibility early, teaching her to lead, serve, and stay grounded even as her platform grew.

In 2025, Moss did her first book bag drive in her hometown, after noticing a lot of kids in her community didn't have the resources they needed.

“The community I grew up in is predominantly poor, and I saw a lot of kids who didn't have the resources that I had,” she says. “I thought it would be a good idea to give back.”

That first year, she only expected to give out five bookbags and ended up giving out 20. That is something she plans to continue growing. To her dad Herley Moss Jr., that decision reflects the values and principles she was raised on.

“It makes me feel good knowing she saw and understood why we did so much for others,” he says. “We didn't do it for recognition, but out of habit and love for others.”

Jamari is no stranger to service. At Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church, she was involved from a young age, singing in the choir and serving as a Sunday School Secretary. Church has helped her lean on her faith as she navigates life. Even though Jamari is away from home she is still active in her church when she goes back.

“Those experiences taught me how to balance everything I do now,” she says.

At North Carolina A&T, Moss has taken leadership roles outside of athletics. She serves as a representative for the softball team on the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, using her voice to speak for her teammates. She also works as an Athlete Creator with Influxer, helping create NIL efforts.

Moss smashed in 8 home runs and 34 RBIs this season, as well as receiving 15 free trips to first base.

“As an introvert she has come out of her shell,” he says. “She’s taking more initiative, networking, and engaging outside of softball.” Says her father.

Moss additionally helps lead career fairs and takes financial literacy classes in support of her next phase.

“Jamari has taken the necessary steps to really process what life looks like after she graduates.” Said mental health coach and NC A&T academic advisor Christine Ngeve.

Even with a lot on her plate, Moss has learned how to take care of herself.

“I prioritize sleep and rest, and I make time for myself,” she said. “I’ve learned that I can't pour from an empty cup, and I've gained confidence in saying no to a lot of things.”

Softball is so much more than a game for her. With a dad who coached and taught the game before she was born and a family rooted in the sport, it's practically in her DNA.

“It’s something that was instilled in me,” she says. “I loved it, but my dad definitely pushed me to do it.”

Moss only committed one error for the entire season, making it the best fielding season of her career.

The path hasn't always been easy for Moss. She’s had to face challenges just like anyone else on her journey. Between injuries and being burnt out Moss has had to dig deep and remember why she plays softball in the first place. In a game against North Carolina Central University Moss suffered a shoulder injury that caused her to miss nine conference games. Moss took her injury hard because she always wants to be out there producing and supporting her team.

“Being in a sling and not being able to play really took a toll on me mentally because I felt like I was letting my team down even though it was out of my control.”

Even after returning Moss is still trying to find her rhythm and get back to where she was before the injury but she is learning to adjust to this time in her life.

“Ive had to give myself a lot of grace and trust that everything happens for a reason.”

Now, in college, the preparation is paying off. Moss earned All-Freshman honors in her debut season, as well as making All-Tournament first team at the Leonard Moody Invitational in 2024 and 2026.Studious as well, Moss has remained on the Dean's list throughout her college career.

With all those accomplishments, that is not what she wants to be known for.

“The legacy I want to leave is being someone people know was welcoming,” she says. “Regardless of me being an athlete, I want people to remember me as a good person. I want to be known as someone who cares about where she comes from.”