A two-way starter in the offensive and defensive lines at Oakland High School in Murfreesboro, the 6-2, 285 pound Smith will work his way onto the offensive line for the Golden Eagles. He helped the Patriots to a 12-2 record and was selected as the Region 2-6A co-Lineman MVP along with fellow Tech signee Matthew Leifheit. Named all-area and all-Mid-State, he was also an all-region and All-State selection and played in the Border Bowl. A versatile athlete, he also participated in rugby and track & field.