Ohio Wesleyan University Athletics

I chose Ohio Wesleyan because it automatically felt like home

Meet the Bishops:  Get to know a little about Makayla Watkins of the Ohio Wesleyan women's soccer team.

Name:  Makayla Watkins

Class Year:  2025

Major:  Inclusive elementary education

How/Why did you choose Ohio Wesleyan?
I chose Ohio Wesleyan because it automatically felt like home.

How/Why did you choose your major?
I love working with kids.

Why did you choose to compete in sports at Ohio Wesleyan?
I have always wanted to play at the college level while having a good balance with my academics.

What are your strengths as an athlete or as an individual?
One of my strengths as an athlete is being a dependable teammate on and off the field.

What event/sport other than your own would you like to try?
I would like try track or lacrosse.

What athletic or academic achievement/accomplishment are you most proud of?
One athletic achievement I am proud of right now is being (North Coast Athletic Conference) Player of the Week.

Which three people, living or dead, would you like to share a meal with?
Adam Sandler, Kevin Hart, and The Rock.

What is your ideal travel destination?
My ideal travel place is Bora Bora.

If you could visit another time, when would it be and why?
I would want to visit the '90s because I honestly just like the music and fashion.


by Michaela Alfano '25