Who Is Noah Balta? Age, Biography and Wiki
Noah Balta was born on October 23, 1999, making him 25 years old as of 2025. Hailing from Australia, Balta is known for his exceptional skills on the field as an Australian rules football player. He currently plays for the Richmond Football Club in the Australian Football League (AFL), where he has made a name for himself as a versatile player capable of excelling in various positions.
| Occupation | Australian Rules Footballer |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | October 23, 1999 |
| Age | 26 Years |
| Birth Place | N/A |
| Horoscope | Libra |
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Noah Balta's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Standing tall at an impressive height of 193 cm (6 ft 4 in), Noah Balta has an athletic build that is well-suited for the demanding physicality of Australian rules football. His weight is approximately 94 kg (207 lbs), contributing to his strength and agility on the field. As a professional athlete, he maintains a rigorous fitness regimen to ensure peak performance throughout the season.
Balta spent his second pre-season training as a forward and ruck and showed progress by kicking two goals in an intra-club practice in late February 2019.
It was enough to earn him a berth in the club's first official pre-season match, where he contributed a "massive" second quarter performance in which he kicked two goals, took five intercept marks and recorded seven disposals on his way to a total of 18 disposals, nine inside 50s, six marks and two goals for the day.
He followed that up with one more goal in the club's final pre-season match before earning a senior AFL debut in the season-opening match against at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Playing as a forward and a relief ruckman, Balta managed one goal in the match, doing so with his first kick in league football.
In that same match, All-Australian defender Alex Rance suffered a season-ending knee injury, leaving Balta considered as an option to replace him in the Richmond backline despite debuting as a forward. Balta was passed over for the role in round 2, but was selected to play in it in round 3 after playing as a defender in the VFL the previous week.
The positional switch was not to become permanent however, with Balta regularly moved between forward, defence and the ruck across the early months of the season. Balta had a then-career best 13 disposals in round 8, forced into the role of lead ruck when Toby Nankervis went down injured midway through that win over.
He bested that mark with 14 disposals against in round 9 in which he was named among Richmond's best players by The Age. For the third consecutive week, he set a new personal disposals record with 18 in round 10's Dreamtime at the 'G win over in which he also set new highs for clearances (seven) and contested possessions (16).
Balta remained in the senior side through the mid-season bye including in round 13, when he shared lead ruck duties with Mabior Chol in his side's loss to.
To that point he led all Rising Star eligible players for total hit outs that season despite limited game time as a ruck, while also placing fourth for inside-50s, contested possessions and contested marks among the same cohort.
Following the injury return of many of the club's senior leaders post-bye, Balta was dropped back to VFL level where he played the fullback role as the team's deepest defender. He suffered a minor quad injury early in his second match back, missing most of that game as well as one further match before returning to VFL football in mid-July.
Balta improved his defensive form in the weeks that followed, before being best afield in the VFL in mid-August while playing a ruck and forward role that included 18 disposals, 21 hit outs and two goals.
That earned him a recall to AFL level for the final match of the home and away season, but it would prove just a one-week stint after he managed only five disposals and 10 hit outs.
Balta suffered another corked thigh during that match, seeing him miss the club's first VFL final, before returning with 12 disposals in a VFL preliminary final win over Port Melbourne.
Playing as a defender the following week with 11 disposals and seven marks, Balta was named by AFL Media among Richmond's best players in the VFL side that defeated to win the club's first reserves grade premiership since 1997.
He also took part in AFL grand final festivities the following week, participating in and making the final of the league's Grand Final sprint. Balta finished 2019 having debuted and played 13 matches at AFL level, while also winning a VFL premiership after nine matches with the club's reserves side.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
As of 2025, Noah Balta's relationship status has garnered attention among fans. While he has kept much of his personal life private, it is rumored that he is dating a fellow athlete, although he has not publicly confirmed the relationship. Balta values his family and often shares moments with them on social media, indicating that they play a significant role in his life.
Balta's parents were both born in Australia but each is of Croatian heritage, with ties to the Split and Vukovar regions. His father Ivan is an electrician by trade and in 2019 served as the assistant secretary of the Electrical Trades Union of Australia. His cousin is Richmond teammate Mate Colina.
Net Worth and Salary
Noah Balta's net worth is estimated to be around $2 million in 2025. His earnings primarily come from his football career, including his salary from the Richmond Football Club, endorsement deals, and sponsorships. Balta's annual salary is reported to be in the range of $500,000 to $700,000, reflecting his importance to the team and his marketability as an emerging star in the AFL.
Career, Business and Investments
Balta's career began when he was drafted by Richmond in the 2017 AFL Draft. Since then, he has steadily risen in prominence, playing a crucial role in the team's successes, including their AFL Grand Final appearances. Beyond football, Noah has shown an interest in business endeavors and investments. His focus on building a financial portfolio suggests he is preparing for life after football and is keen on securing his financial future.
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Social Network
Noah Balta is active on social media, where he connects with fans and shares insights into his life and career. His Instagram account boasts thousands of followers, where he posts updates about games, training sessions, and personal milestones. Engaging with his audience helps him maintain a strong fan base and enhances his public profile.
Education
Balta was dedicated to his education before fully committing to his football career. Although details about his formal education are limited, he has emphasized the importance of education and personal development throughout his career, often encouraging young athletes to pursue their studies alongside their sports aspirations.
Balta grew up in St Albans, a suburb 15 kilometres north-west of Melbourne. He was a junior soccer player at St Albans Dinamo and the Melbourne Knights. He also participated in the Auskick program at St Bernard's College Essendon before playing at under 10 level with the Essendon Doutta Stars Football Club in the junior ranks of the Essendon District Football League.
