Sam Stunell

Sam “Stam” Stunell is a PR3 sculler from Adelaide, South Australia, who brings power, and positivity to every session on the water. Representing Adelaide Rowing Club and proudly hailing from Prince Alfred College, Sam is quickly emerging as one of Australia’s most promising Para rowers.

A former junior rugby player, Sam transitioned to rowing full-time after injuries cut his rugby career short. Guided early on by his first coach, and father, Andrew Stunell, he quickly developed a deep appreciation for the technical and mental demands of the sport. His passion for rowing has since grown into a national-level career, with major goals set for 2025: medal at an international regatta, row longer and stronger, and above all, have fun.

At the 2025 Australian Rowing Championships, Sam secured national titles in both the PR3 Men’s Pair and the PR3 Mixed Double Sculls, showcasing his versatility and strength across multiple boat classes.

Currently studying Clinical Exercise Physiology at the University of South Australia, Sam also works part-time while pursuing his rowing ambitions. Off the water, he’s an avid golfer and finds joy in balancing competition with downtime. His favourite sporting moment? Watching the Australian Men’s Four win gold at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.

With a quiet determination and an infectious enthusiasm for the sport, Sam is on a mission to go fast, have fun, and proudly represent Australia in PR3 rowing.

Sam is currently a member of the Australian PR3 Mixed Double Sculls and the PR3 U23 Men's Single Sculls.