Keeley Mayers is a junior psychology major from Panama City Beach, FL. After playing at St. Petersburg College for two years, she transferred to Nova Southeastern University where she is one of six Sharks to start in all 50 softball games played. She has been named Conference Player of the Year, Second-Team All-American, First-Team All-Conference and received MVP accolades as well as St. Petersburg College Female Athlete of the Year.
How and why did you get into softball?
My sister is older than me and she played softball. My dad played baseball too, so it kinda ran in the family.
Why did you come to NSU?
I played junior college for two years and transferred here last year, and the coach recruited me. It seemed like a good fit.
How would you describe the relationship with your teammates?
We are all really close and good friends. It was an easy transition [coming to NSU]. Everyone was so nice and welcoming.
What are the pros and cons of being a student-athlete?
The pros would be just having a team and friends right away when you get here. The con would be the time management.
What is your favorite thing to do after a big game?
Just celebrate as a team.
What does your downtime look like?
Hanging out friends. I like yoga and I used to be a gymnast, so I still do that sometimes
Who do you consider your biggest role model?
My sister because I try to be like her. She is really healthy and a good person to talk to.
What advice you would give to other student-athletes?
Make everyday count. We are lucky to be here.
What has been your favorite moment of the season so far?
We have just been practicing, but Shark Week was fun. We did conditioning.
