The College of New Jersey Athletics

BEFORE TCNJ: Earned first-team all-conference laurels in cross country at Paul VI High School ... Helped lead Eagles to Shore Conference Invitational and Bob Kiessling Invitational titles as a senior ... Also a member of the track and soccer teams ... Two-time Coaches' Award recipient ... National Honor Society member ... First and second honors ... Received Outstanding Academic Excellence Award as a freshman ... Member of Philosophy Club ... Volunteers at South Jersey Food Bank

WHY TCNJ? I chose TCNJ for its good reputation and rankings, and for its size and location.

PERSONAL: Birthday is May 13 ... Parents are Shawn and Lori Smith ... Mother attended TCNJ ... Has a brother, Jason ... Biggest athletic thrill has been running PRs and winning a medal at Adidas Nationals ... Likes exploring nature and playing video games ... Likes a cheesesteak after a meet

AWARDS AND HONORS

• NJAC Rookie of the Week (9/18/23)