Whitby linebacker joins AUS team’s 2014 class.
Andrew Smith is returning north of the border to begin the next leg of his gridiron journey.
Recently, the 5’9, 200 pound linebacker/safety from Whitby, Ontario committed to the St. Francis Xavier (ST.FX) X-Men for the 2014 AUS season.
There were several factors that influenced his decision to sign with the Antigonish, Nova Scotia team.
“The reason I picked St.FX wasn’t only because of the beautiful campus, but because of the pride and tradition the coaches put into the program,” explained Smith of his commitment. “It made me feel very comfortable and excited to get started.”
“Another reason I picked St.FX was because of the beautiful business building on which I will be studying in next year! My father Michael Smith was an All-Canadian at St.FX and hearing stories from him it was hard not to attend the school. I had options in the states to go to university but I committed to St.FX because I felt like it was where I would be most successful in my life and enjoy my time as a university student athlete.”
Smith comes to the X-Men after attending the IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida. In 2013, the defensive standout led in tackles with 110 as well as recorded a sack, caught an interception and had two fumble recoveries – one which he converted into a touchdown. Not only was he a Team Captain, but he was selected on All-State and received All-Southwest honours at the linebacker position.
He will be reunited with CFC TOP 100 defensive end Kyle Forde, who has also signed with the X-Men for the 2014 season.
“It was an outstanding experience where I walked away with great knowledge and friendships,” added Smith of his time in Bradenton, Florida.
Previous to IMG Academy, Smith suited up for the Donald A Wilson Gators of the Lake Ontario Secondary School Athletic Association (LOSSAA). During his stint with the Gators, he was named League (LOSSA) MVP in grade 11 – his first season on the senior Gators squad.
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