Tennessee Secures 2028 Verbal From Bolles School Sharks’ Noah Stotler
NEW COMMIT: The University of Tennessee has earned a verbal commitment for Fall 2028 from Summer National qualifier Noah Stotler of Middleburg, Fla. Stotler, who is among the top recruits in the class, excels in freestyle and butterfly.
His older sister, Sara Stotler, graduated from UT in 2025 and was a 10-time All-American for the Lady Vols.
Regarding his commitment, he said:
“I am incredibly excited and blessed to announce my verbal commitment to pursue my academic and athletic career at the University of Tennessee! Above all, I would like to thank God for giving me the ability to do what I love. None of this would be possible without my family and friends, who have always supported and encouraged me throughout my life. I would also like to thank Coach Alexis, along with the Bolles coaching staff, Coach Kyle, and the rest of the coaches who have helped me become the swimmer I am today. Finally, a huge thanks to Coach Matt, and the entire Tennessee coaching staff, for giving me this amazing opportunity. GBO!!!”
Stotler, who trains year-round with Bolles School Sharks, earned three best times at Summer Nationals where he finaled in the 200m free after winning two events at Florida Summer Champs. Last winter, he placed fifth in the 200 free at Juniors East had produced five top-8 finishes at Florida Spring Champs, highlighted by a win in the 200 free.
His best times include:
- 200 fly – 1:44.90
- 100 fly – 48.44
- 200 free – 1:35.43
- 100 free – 44.67
Currently a junior at Fleming Island High School, Stotler won the 200 free and was the runner-up in the 100 free at the 2026 Florida 3A State Championships. He also won the 200 free as a sophomore in 2025.
Tennessee finished third at the 2026 Southeastern Conference Championships and fifth at the 2026 NCAA Championships.
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