Quincy University Hawks

2025 (Freshman): Gooding appeared in all seven games during his freshman season with the Hawks, contributing in the receiving game and on special teams. He finished the year with seven receptions for 124 yards and one touchdown, while also adding four kickoff returns for 67 yards.

Gooding made his collegiate debut against Calumet (9/13/25), returning one kickoff for 21 yards. He recorded the first reception of his career against Midway (9/27/25), finishing with a season-high four catches for 64 yards. Gooding later scored the first touchdown of his career against St. Mary-of-the-Woods (10/24/25), hauling in a 33-yard touchdown reception.

Personal: Nolan Gooding is from Hamilton, Illinois, and attended Hamilton High School, where he competed for the Titans. He is the son of Brent and Mandy Gooding. Nolan earned honor roll recognition throughout high school and excelled in athletics, earning all-conference honors multiple times at wide receiver and defensive end, as well as all-state recognition in track. Outside of sports, he enjoys fishing and lifting. His favorite athlete is Alvin Kamara, and he supports the New Orleans Saints.