In 2025, Luke Larsen, a 33-year-old punter from Australia, holds the distinction of being the oldest player in the Football Bowl Subdivision (FBS). His journey from Melbourne to East Carolina University (ECU) is a testament to perseverance and a deep love for the game.
Larsen recently concluded his fifth season of college football, yet he retains eligibility for another year, meaning he will still be on campus at the age of 33.
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Larsen, originally from Australia, began his athletic career playing Australian Rules Football. Seeking new challenges, he transitioned to American football through the Prokick Australia program.
This program is renowned for preparing Australian athletes for college football in the United States. Larsen embarked on his collegiate football journey at ECU in 2020 at the age of 28.
Larsen has demonstrated excellence both academically and athletically. He earned a bachelor’s degree in industrial distribution and logistics and is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a 3.7 GPA.
For the second consecutive year, his dedication earned him the honor of being named a Go Bowling Military Bowl STEM Scholar-Athlete.
Larsen, ECU’s primary punter and holder for field goals and PATs, has been a consistent performer. In the 2024 season, he averaged 40.6 yards per punt, with a long of 51 yards and 11 punts landing inside the opponents’ 20-yard line.
After completing his time at ECU, Larsen entered the transfer portal as a graduate student, aiming to utilize his remaining eligibility. His decision underscores a strong desire to continue competing at the college level, highlighting his unwavering commitment to the sport.
Larsen’s story mirrors a broader trend of older athletes thriving in college football. For instance, Tom Hutton, another Australian punter, joined Oklahoma State at 29 and played until he was 32.
Similarly, James Stefanou made history as the oldest player in FBS history, signing with the Colorado Buffaloes at the age of 31. These examples illustrate that age is not necessarily a barrier to success in college sports.
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Luke Larsen’s journey from Australia to becoming the oldest player in collegiate football exemplifies determination and adaptability. He continues to inspire by challenging age-related perceptions in sports while successfully balancing academic achievements and athletic performance.
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