AUBURN, Ala. – We're at the midseason break and it's time to get to know Auburn equestrian's newcomers! Our next freshman is Alexis Potts!
Hometown: Fountain Inn, South Carolina
Discipline: Western
Prior to Auburn: 2023 NSBA World Champion 14-18 Horsemanship … 2023 AQHYA L2 World Champion 14-18 Horsemanship … 2023 AQHYA L3 Reserve World Champion 14-18 Horsemanship … 2023 AQHYA L3 Reserve World Champion 14-18 Equitation … 2023 NSBA Reserve World Champion Color Youth Horsemanship … 2023 NSBA Reserve World Champion Color Youth Western Riding … Congress Champion 13&Under Showmanship … Multiple AQHYA World Show Top 5 and Top 10 … Multiple NSBA World Show Top 5 and Top 10 … Multiple Congress Top 5 and Top 10.
Q: Why Auburn?
A: "I fell in love with every aspect of Auburn on my visits. From the beautiful town to the amazing equestrian team, academics that aligned with my goals, and above all else the community. It allowed me to know Auburn was the place for me."
Q: What is your major, and what do you hope to do with it after college?
A: "My major is apparel merchandising and I plan to use my degree to take my online boutique and open brick and mortar stores across the country."
Q: What is your favorite Auburn tradition?
A: "My favorite Auburn tradition is rolling Toomer's Corner after a big win. I think this is such a unique tradition and hope to be able to do it together as a team."
Q: What are you most excited about looking ahead to the spring season?
A: "I am most excited about SEC Championships. This has always been one of my favorite competitions to watch as a spectator, and I can't wait to experience it as a member of the team."
Q: What do you miss the most about your hometown and what makes it so special?
A: "What I miss about my hometown is getting to do things with my family. But I am so lucky to have the most incredible friends around me at Auburn that have become a second family."
Q: What movie could you watch for the rest of your life and why?
A: "A movie I could watch for the rest of my life is 'The Pursuit of Happyness'. This is such an inspiring movie that I have always loved."
Q: What was the name of your first pony and what is your favorite memory from that time?
A: "My first pony's name was Bubblegum and my favorite memory of that time was spending hours in the round pen trying to make her buck."
Q: What are your goals for the rest of the season both individually and with the team?
A: "My goal as an individual is to continue to grow and develop in this new style of competition. With the team I strive to be a dependable teammate so we can hopefully continue on in our goal of winning rings."
Q: What is your favorite Auburn sport to watch besides equestrian and why?
A: "I have not been able to attend one yet, but the environment of gymnastics meets looks so electric and I hope to be able to watch and cheer on the Tigers when the season starts."
Q: How would your friends and family describe you in three words?
A: "Persistent, humorous, compassionate."
Q: What is your dream vacation and why?
A: "I would love to visit the beaches of Greece. From seeing pictures, it looks like such a beautiful place and I would love the Greek cuisine."
Q: What does 'War Eagle' mean to you?
A: "To me, 'War Eagle' is a way to connect Auburn fans with the common love for Auburn. It can be a way to congratulate, cheer on, or simply say hello."