Elle Noonan

Height:
5-7
Class:
SO
Hometown:
Dallas, Texas
High School:
Dallas United Crew

2025-26 (Freshman): Raced with the first varsity four at the Sarasota 2K and the Orlando Invite and competed with the second varsity eight at the Lake Wheeler Invitational and the ACC Championship … finished first in the 2v8 on day two of the Lake Wheeler Invitational (4/25), crossing the line in 6:39.920, 5.35 seconds ahead of second-place finisher Louisville … placed second in the 2v8 petite final at the ACC Championship, finishing in 6:41.550 … finished second in the 1v4 at the Orlando Invite, crossing the line in 7:30.40.

PERSONAL: Noonan is from Dallas where she rowed with Dallas United Crew. Her top rowing accomplishments include placing fifth at the Youth Nationals in the 4- in 2024. She also placed 23rd at the Head of the Charles in 2024. She won both the youth 2- and 8+ at the Central Regionals earlier this year.

FROM THE COACH: "We love our hometown athletes and Elle will certainly be no different," said head coach Chase Graham. "She plays a huge role on her team right now - both in making her boats fast but also bringing the contagious energy necessary to elevate any practice. She can do it all - stroke seat, big boats, small boats, you name it. Welcome to the Hilltop, Elle!"

CHOOSING SMU: She is most exited about the opportunity to row with new people and build strong friendships with her future teammates.