SMU Athletics

Janet Ely was a diver for the Mustangs from 1978-80. In 1979, Ely wont the AIAW Championship on both the 1 and 3 meter, and earned All-America honors. She became the first female from SMU to represent the United States at the 1972 Olympic Games in München, taking fourth in both the springboard and platform events. Following her tenure at SMU, Ely had an impressive career which included both championships and world records. She took gold in the 10m platform at the 1975 World Championships and competed in the 1976 Olympics in Montreal in platform. Ely is one of SMU’s most decorated divers to this day. HOF SMU class of 2016.



Janet Ely delivers her acceptance speech (41:47)