THE NEXT RIDE: Bailey Walters
May 30, 2018
THE NEXT RIDE — Bailey Walters
With the 2017-18 season now complete, it’s time for the Gamecocks to bid farewell to 11 incredible seniors who have each impacted the Carolina program in their own special way. But for these 11 women, the end of their collegiate careers marks the beginning of a new journey, where each of them will make their mark on the world. GamecocksOnline.com is proud to present The Next Ride, spotlighting each senior’s time at Carolina and looking ahead to the next chapter of their lives. Today’s Q&A features Bailey Walters.
Graduation Date, Degree, Major(s):
May 11, 2018, BS in Business Administration, Marketing and Human Resource Management
What was your hardest class at Carolina?
Intro to Finance because I needed to take it for my major, but I wasn’t very interested or good at it.
How did you pick your major?
I wanted to be a marketing major coming in because it was a major that I could do a lot of things with. During my sophomore year, I found out that by adding one more class I could double major in marketing and management.
How did the Carolina Equestrian family help you during your academic career?
Having access to tutors was probably the most helpful thing, but having older teammates tell you what classes and professors to take and having them to help you along was also nice. I was also fortunate to take a lot of my classes with my teammate and roommate, Megan Russo, so we could help each other.
How did the Carolina Equestrian family help with your post-college career?
They were always there to encourage me and support during my job search.
What competition will you remember most from your time as a Carolina Equestrian student-athlete?
The SEC Championship at UGA my sophomore year. This was the first year I competed at the Championship and I was MOP both days on the same horse, Ashe from UGA. I was also named to the SEC All-Championship Team.
What’s the one phrase you’ll remember most from Coach Sorrel?
Coach Sorrel always told me “Be smart. Have Fun,” before every ride. No matter how good or bad my horse.
What do you plan on doing after graduation?
I will be working at M & W Logistics in Nashville, Tenn., doing human resources.
What’s your advice for young riders interested in joining the Carolina Equestrian program?
Work hard and don’t be afraid to reach out to the coaches.
