Ryan Baer

Hometown: Huntersville, NC

Major/Degree: Bachelor's degree in Sport Management

Graduating Year: 2024

Sport: WVU Men's Soccer

What accomplishments has your scholarship helped you accomplish? In the classroom, in the community and/or in your sport?

This scholarship has helped me receive a number of awards in my sport. Being all region my sophomore year as well as being named to the MAC Tournament Team. My junior year I was also named to the Sunbelt All-Tournament Team thanks to this scholarship.

How will the education you are receiving benefit you after you leave WVU?

Being a sports management major at WVU has given me a unique perspective into the college athletics landscape. Getting my degree will help me stay in the athletics world and develop a career in something I love.

How have Mountaineer Athletic Club donors impacted your journey as a student-athletes? What would you tell a donor if you were to meet them?

The MAC donors have done so much for me as a WVU student athlete. Making my life easier in almost all aspects of my life. Being able to focus on my sport through financial support is something I am truly grateful for.

What is your favorite WVU memory or moment?

My favorite memory here at WVU is when we beat the #3 ranked pitt panthers. This memory is especially good because I had the game winning assist for this game. Feeling the energy of the crowd is something I will never forget.