Profile of Matthew Smith
FROM HERALD-LEADER SPORTS COLUMNIST JOHN CLAY: A 6-4, 270-pounder who was a "Class of the Commonwealth" pick after stellar career at St. Xavier. Played primarily in defensive line at St. X, but can also play offense. Scout.com listed him as the No. 63 offensive guard prospect in the nation.
FROM UKATHLETICS.COM: First-team all-state as a senior by the Louisville Courier-Journal … Named to the “Class of the Commonwealth” listing of the top 22 seniors in Kentucky by the Lexington Herald-Leader … Also tabbed for the “Kentucky Tremendous 26” … Played primarily in the defensive line for perennial power St. Xavier HS in Louisville … Helped St. Xavier reach the state finals in his senior and sophomore seasons, going 14-1 in each campaign … Known for his upper-body strength and playing savvy … Although he played mostly on defense in high school, he is usually projected as an offensive lineman in college … Scout.com lists him as the No. 63 offensive guard in the country … Coached by Mike Glaser … Also a competitive swimmer … Grew up as a Kentucky fan.
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