Professional Basketball Experience

1994-95 Air Force Academy
20 ppg. 8 apg. 5 rpg.
1995-96 Air Force Academy
22 ppg. 9 apg. 7 rpg.
1996 Fila Pro Summer League (NBA Camp)
24 ppg. 7 apg. y 6 rpg.
1996-00 Bedford (ENGLAND)
24.7 ppg. 7.2 apg. 6.5 rpg. (42% en 3pt)
2001 Exhibition Team

Collage Basketball Experience

1992-93 Ball State University
12 ppg. 5 apg. 5 rpg.
1993-94 Ball State University
16 ppg. 6 apg. 6 rpg.

High School Basketball Experience

1988/89 Highland Park High School
7 ppg. 8 apg. y 4 rpg.
1989/90 Highland Park High School
12 ppg. 7apg. y 5 rpg.
1990/91 Highland Park High School
17 ppg. 7 apg. y 7 rpg.
1991/92 Highland Park High School
26 ppg. 8 apg. 8 rpg.

Comments

" Rich Smith is one of the greatest pure shooters in Illinois state history.
Having a great 4 year career in high school, and being the only four year starter in school history he continually got better and stronger as his 4 years went by. As a freshman he started all games first in school history, leading the team in assist and free throw percentage. As a sophomore he continued his growth by leading the team in all statistical categories. His junior and senior years were his greatest leading the team in all statistical categories and becoming all state and a third team All American.
After high school Rich Smith had his choice of numerous colleges to choose from. Iowa, Illinois, Illinois State, Colorado, Purdue, Florida, and many others were vying for Rich's services. After long and hard thought he decided on Ball State University. A school rich in basketball history. As a freshman Rich led All Conference freshmen in scoring, three point percentage, free throw percentage, assist to turnover ratio, and minutes played. Again, his work ethic and determination showed all the other players in the conference that he was for real. As a sophomore he again raised all of his statistics and became a starter. Becoming a bonafide three point threat with NBA range set him apart from all other shooters. After the departure of the coach Rich Smith struggled with what to do with his future. Rich Smith transferred to the Air Force Academy to finish up his career. Having 2 year averages of 21 points, 8.5 assists and 7.5 rebounds. After school he took his chances on professional basketball and
went to Los Angeles California to play in various summer leagues up and down the coast. As the summer went by he began to realize that he was ready for the professional game. Holding averages of 20 points and 7 assists in the summer leagues it was apparent that he was ready for the professional game. With his great play and team attitude he was invited to try out for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Dallas Mavericks as a free agent. Going to training camp was the highlight of his basketball career. Playing in the NBA summer leagues helped him tremendously. Averaging 12 points and 3 assists wasn't enough although and was released and was set free to look into the European market. After searching for the right fit Rich decided to go to the United Kingdom to further his career. Playing for 4 years in the United Kingdom averaging 24.7 points, 7.2 assists, 6.5 rebounds and led the team in minutes.
Rich Smith has been hired as a shooting coach for 3 years. Working with NBA players such as Kenny Anderson, Malcolm Mackey, Cliff Livingston, Shariff Abdur Rahim, Dion Glover, Litterial Green, Tony Rutland and many others. His knowledge and zeal will help propel any team he plays for to the next level. Not only is he a great player, he is a great person, teacher and leader. His work ethic is contagious, being the first player to the gym and the last one to leave has always been his trademark. Sometimes shooting in excess of 1000 jumpshots per day. What makes a normal player tired only makes him more energetic. Being involved in the community in all
his basketball years has made him popular in all cities that the visits.
Rich Smith is the epidemy of professionalism, pride and hard work. Having him on your team is and will be one of the best decisions that you will ever make. "

Steve Leach
The Chicago Sentinel Sun Times