WIDE RECEIVER SPOTLIGHT – Thaddius Smith – Cardinal O’Hara

Written by: David Mika on Monday, July 8th, 2013. Follow David Mika on Twitter.

Thaddius Smith, Cardinal O’Hara

Height: 5-10

Weight: 170

40 Yard Dash: 4.55

Class of: 2014

GPA: 4.0

Position(s): WR

Jersey: # 4

Years with Varsity: 3-years

Starting experience: 3-years

2012 Stats: Smith caught 33 passes for 426 yards and eight touchdowns. He rushed for 362 yards on 57 carries and four touchdowns.

2012 Highlights:  Scored the game winning 23-yard touchdown run against Haverford School.

Honors: 2012 1st Team All-Catholic at RB and nominated for the 2014 U.S. Army All-American Bowl

 

Coaches Q&A with Dan Algeo: 

Who is Thaddius Smith?

“He is our vocal leader. He does a great job leading by example whether its in the class room or weight room.”

What are his strengths at receiver?

“He is a playmaker. He makes plays on both sides of the ball. He is a very good route runner and has solid hands. He played running back up to last year. He knows what to do with it after he catches it. He is physical on the field.”

Schools of Interest: Committed to Boston College

Video Highlights: Click here

 

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