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Ayden Smith

Ayden Smith

Ayden Smith

Edge
2028 Class
6'0" Height
185 Weight
St. Rita School
State
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Ayden
Smith EDGE
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
185
HS
St. Rita
|
IL
Smith is an athletic edge rusher that is impactful slicing through the line making TFLs.  Holds up at...
Evaluation by Scott Burgess
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About Ayden

How would you briefly describe your gameplay style?

I’m a All - American, I can preform where ever they put me.

Can you provide a brief description of your mentality or personality?

I’m a hardworking person on and off the field. I can out work whoever’s in front of me on the field and in the classroom.

Are you involved in any clubs, organizations, or have you received any non-sport awards?

No

What skills or qualities have you developed, such as leadership, teamwork, or community service?

I’ve always been a natural leader since I was young, in fort while playing youth ball I won the lead ship award. My school requires me to complete 15 hours of service hours each year. Now I feel like I don’t have to do it and it’s no longer a burden.

Have you faced any significant challenges? If so, please describe.

No

What type of college are you looking for?

A school who’s ready for a National Title run and has a position where I can fit in to benefit the team.

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Ayden
Smith EDGE
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
185
HS
St. Rita
|
IL
Ayden Smith
Smith is an athletic edge rusher that is impactful slicing through the line making TFLs.  Holds up at...
Written by Scott Burgess
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Smith is an athletic edge rusher that is impactful slicing through the line making TFLs.  Holds up at the point of attack when the ball is run at him.  Sets the edge and makes the tackle.  Little bit undersized, but once he adds some more strength he will be a good player at the next level.

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Ayden
Smith EDGE
Class
2028
Height
6'0"
Weight
185
HS
St. Rita
|
IL
Ayden Smith
Smith is an athletic edge rusher that is impactful slicing through the line making TFLs.  Holds up at...
Written by Scott Burgess
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
Prep Redzone

Scott Burgess | Prep Redzone Scout

Scott Burgess

Scott Burgess

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

@scottybscout scott@prephoops.com

Smith is an athletic edge rusher that is impactful slicing through the line making TFLs.  Holds up at the point of attack when the ball is run at him.  Sets the edge and makes the tackle.  Little bit undersized, but once he adds some more strength he will be a good player at the next level.

Written 2 weeks ago

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