Drexel University Athletics
2025-26 Men's Rowing Roster
Roster

Cole Smiley
- Class:
- Sophomore
- Hometown:
- Washington Crossing, Pa.
- High School:
- Holy Ghost Prep
2024-25 / Sophomore
Competed in six races for the Dragons…made debut with the Dragons at the Head of the Schuylkill…earned a silver medal at the Dad Vail with the 2V4+, helped the Dragons win the men’s and overall points titles.
Background
Attended Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem, Pa…member of the rowing team for four years…finished second at the Mid-Atlantic Championship his junior season…finished a program best 11th his senior campaign at Scholastic Rowing Nationals…spent his freshman year at Penn State University.
Personal
Son of Peter and Debi Smiley…brother Jack played ice hockey at Endicott…brother Drew played baseball at Lafayette…intends to study mechanical engineering and pursue a career in engineering firm designing.
Competed in six races for the Dragons…made debut with the Dragons at the Head of the Schuylkill…earned a silver medal at the Dad Vail with the 2V4+, helped the Dragons win the men’s and overall points titles.
Background
Attended Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem, Pa…member of the rowing team for four years…finished second at the Mid-Atlantic Championship his junior season…finished a program best 11th his senior campaign at Scholastic Rowing Nationals…spent his freshman year at Penn State University.
Personal
Son of Peter and Debi Smiley…brother Jack played ice hockey at Endicott…brother Drew played baseball at Lafayette…intends to study mechanical engineering and pursue a career in engineering firm designing.
Drexel's Autocomplete With Rowing Coach Paul Savell
Tuesday, March 18
Justin Best - Olympic Gold Medal Rower
Wednesday, March 05
Dragon Leadership Academy Feature 2024
Friday, March 01
Game Plans - Presented by The Study - Rowing Coach Katie Lane
Tuesday, February 06