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Jared Smith: Shippensburg football

Name: Jared Smith

High school: Central

Hometown: Martinsburg

Sport: Football

Position: Linebacker

College choice: Shippensburg University

Other colleges considered: Lock Haven, California, Pa.

Why I picked Shippensburg: “I loved the university and the coaches. They have the major I want to pursue.”

Greatest high school achievement: “Winning the District 6 championship game back-to-back years.”

Assistant coach A.J. Hoenstine’s quote: “Jared’s talent speaks for itself as he finished as one of the leading tacklers in school history along with being a two-time all-state selection. What really set him apart was how good of a teammate he was and how he was willing to accept whatever role was needed for our team to succeed. He is a tremendous student-athlete who will have an outstanding career at Shippen-sburg.”

How I got my start playing football: “My dad coached my flag football team, and I’ve played ever since.”

Favorite college growing up: Oregon

Other interests: Fishing, hunting, lifting and hanging out with friends

What getting to play in college means to me: “It means a lot because I’ve known I wanted to play in college for awhile, and knowing I am now is awesome.”

Probable college major: Software engineering

Parents: Michael and Anita Smith

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