Western Illinois University Athletics

SENIOR (2010-11): Played in 21 games and started four times before suffering an injury... scored in double-figures four times... season-high 13 points against North Carolina Central... averaged 5.2 points and 1.3 rebounds.

JUNIOR (2009-10): Appeared in six games... scored two points and Southern Utah and had an assist in the game... grabbed one rebound at North Dakota State... went 3-of-4 at the free throw line... joined the Leathernecks as a walk-on.

AT MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE: Member of the basketball program.

HIGH SCHOOL: Lettered in basketball playing for coach Dave Stephens... First Team All-Conference his final two years, including being named MVP his senior season... team captain... earned Honorable Mention All-Conference accolades following his sophomore year.

PERSONAL: Born September 11, 1987 in Chicago... No. 1 sports highlight was being named Conference MVP his senior year... his dad has been a major influence, "He's made sure I never settle."... most admires Dre Muse and Mike Rose, "They've taken the time to help perfect my game over the summers."... enjoys basketball, bowling, movies and relaxing... favorite professional team is the Chicago Bulls... favorite musicians are Drake, Lil Wayne and Wiz Kahlifa... son of Craig and Regina Smith.

MAJOR: Sports Management