68FALL ATHLETICS Sisters journey together through their collegiate athletic careers. FINDING THE RIGHT FIT FOR PLAYERS and their teams could be tedious. Fortunately, head women’s soccer coach Greg Harris recruited two additions who added a positive dynamic to the team. Sophomores Caitlann and Michaela Potter transferred to Harding from Arkansas State University. Despite the Red Wolves’ Division I program, Harris was not concerned. “It is not a big deal to have two [Division 1] transfers,” Harris said. “It is a big deal to have two people enter into our program that are good fits for Harding and the culture that we have for our team. That is what matters most.” Harris was one of the main reasons the sisters decided to come to Harding. “Coach Harris was a big factor in coming to Harding to play soccer,” Caitlann Potter said. “He was so welcoming and made us feel at home here.” Michaela Potter agreed, expressing her appreciation for Harris. “We both love Coach Harris, and that was kind of a big thing for us when deciding where to transfer,” Michaela Potter said. “It just felt like this is where God was showing us we were supposed to go.” On the same field with each other, the Potter duo wouldn’t have had it any other way. “We’ve grown up playing on the same field together, so we don’t really know anything else,” Michaela Potter said. “I honestly don’t know what it would be like not to be on the same team as her at this point.” Caitlann Potter enjoyed the working relationships she shared with her sister. “She is my biggest supporter and is always pushing me to be better on the field,” Caitlann Potter. “She holds me to a high standard to work hard, and I expect the same from her. It’s cool getting to experience college soccer together and not just being sisters, but being teammates.” With Caitlann as the midfielder and Michaela as the goalkeeper, the sisters looked to bring their experiences to the team. “We hope to bring a sense of leadership and intensity to the team,” Caitlann Potter said. “We want to be players that our teammates can count on, on and off the field. We also hope to help lead our team to the [Great American Conference] tournament. WRITTEN BY JACKSON SAYLOR JUST F R K I C K S THE POTTER SISTERS COMPETED in different roles on the field for the Bisons. Michaela played goalkeeper, and Caitlann played midfield. Off the field, the sisters had their own unique interests as well. Michaela loved Chick-fil-A and the beach and owned a soccer cleat signed by USA soccer legend Carli Loyd. Caitlann enjoyed country music and loved eating potatoes of any shape, size or flavor. WRITTEN BY HAYLEY KATE WEBB
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