SMU Athletics

2025-26 (Freshman): Raced with the first varsity eight throughout the season … made collegiate debut at the Sarasota 2K (Mar. 28) … qualified for the “A” final for the 1v8 at the Sarasota 2K … finished first on the second day of the Lake Wheeler Invitational, crossing the line 5.21 seconds ahead of second-place finisher Louisville.

PERSONAL: Knoke-Driver hails from Leichhardt, Austrailia where she rowed with Sydney Rowing Club. Her top rowing accomplishments include making the Australian team and the New South Wales team. She competed at the U-21 Trans-Tasman Regatta representing Australia. She won the Rayner Cup at the Henley Royal Regatta in 2023. She also took first in the U-19 W1x at the 2022 Australian National Championship.
 
FROM THE COACH: "Talisa is a fierce competitor and brings a wealth of international experience to our team," said head coach Chase Graham. "She has turned setbacks into triumphs, brings a champions heart to our program, and we are thrilled to have her join our Mustang Family." 
 
CHOOSING SMU: She is most looking forward to rowing at a competitive program with amazing athletes at SMU.