2025-26 Women's Swimming & Diving Roster
Kayla Walsh
- Class:
- Junior
- Height:
- 5-10
- Hometown:
- Greensboro, N.C.
- Position:
- Diving
- Prev School:
- Caldwell Academy (Auburn)
Previous School
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
Liberty is the best place for me because it’s where I can grow as an athlete, a student, and a follower of Christ. The environment challenges me to compete at a high level while surrounding me with a community that supports my values, my faith, and my goals.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always pray before competition.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My parents inspire me because of their unwavering work ethic, selflessness, and faith. They've shown me what it looks like to persevere through challenges with grace and to prioritize others without seeking recognition. Their consistent support and values have shaped who I am today, both as a student-athlete and as a person.
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Hiking with my dog Max!
Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
Max is a black goldendoodle and he is 1 years old!
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Nastia Liukin & Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
Italy, because there is so much to do, so much to see, and there is a ton of history.
- Transferred to Liberty after competing for two seasons at Auburn
- 2024 CSCAA Academic All-American
- During sophomore year, earned Zone finals appearances on both one-meter (494.30) and platform (420.95), finishing 18th on both
- Qualified for the NCAA Zone B Championships as a freshman, finishing 33rd on one-meter (230.70), 33rd on three-meter (250.55) and 19th on platform (226.00)
- As a freshman, earned Zone cuts in the one-meter (267.68), three-meter (310.43) and platform (254.35)
- Graduated from Caldwell Academy
- Four-time USA Zone qualifier
- Three-time USA National Platform semifinalist
- Two-time USA National one-meter quarterfinalist
- USA National three-meter quarterfinalist
- USA National competitor in both the one-meter and three-meter
- Team captain at Triad Diving Academy
- Daughter of Jack and Lucy Walsh
- Majoring in business administration and data analysis: entrepreneurship
- Birthday is Dec. 14
Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
Liberty is the best place for me because it’s where I can grow as an athlete, a student, and a follower of Christ. The environment challenges me to compete at a high level while surrounding me with a community that supports my values, my faith, and my goals.
Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I always pray before competition.
Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My parents inspire me because of their unwavering work ethic, selflessness, and faith. They've shown me what it looks like to persevere through challenges with grace and to prioritize others without seeking recognition. Their consistent support and values have shaped who I am today, both as a student-athlete and as a person.
What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Hiking with my dog Max!
Do you have any current pets (name and type of animal)?
Max is a black goldendoodle and he is 1 years old!
Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Nastia Liukin & Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix
What is your dream vacation spot and why?
Italy, because there is so much to do, so much to see, and there is a ton of history.
Alicia (Finnigan) Cardie: Finding Purpose Outside of the Pool
Wednesday, August 06
Headed to the American Conference! See you on July 1, 2025! 👀🏊♀️ #shorts
Friday, December 13
Little recap of our swim meet from against JMU🤩 #shorts
Monday, November 04
Morning lifts be like....🤣 #shorts
Friday, October 11
