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Born Together, Hoop Together: Getting to Know The Nolan Twins

Sophia and Emma Nolan’s journey to Queens, and their quest for a career in sports.

From the basketball court at the Boys and Girls Club in Valparaiso, Indianapolis to Carnesecca Arena in Queens, New York, the Nolan twins have always stuck together. Emma and Sophia Nolan might not have always known basketball was the sport for them, but from the last four years, they’ve earned their spots on the St. John’s Women’s Basketball team.

How They Ended Up at St. John’s

St. John’s University wasn’t always on Sophia and Emma’s radar. When sophomore year of high school came around, the Nolan twins decided to reconsider their commitment options.