Smith

Name: Addison Smith

School: Hollidaysburg Area

Age: 16

Grade: Junior

Sport: Swimming

Athlete of the week achievement: Smith won five events at the Laurel Highlands Athletic Conference championships and set meet records in three of them. Individually, she won the 100- and 200-yard freestyle events. She also was part of the winning relay teams in the 200 medley and 400 freestyle relay as well as the 4X100 IM mixed relay. Earlier in the week, she won the 100 and 200 freestyle and both the 200 medley and 400 freestyle relay in a victory over Clearfield.

Season update: Smith set her best high school time of the year in the 200 and a personal best in the 100 at the LHAC meet and will take part in the District 6 meet in February.

Coach Baron Leonard’s quote: “This success is the result of years of dedication, patience and perseverance. Addison has never looked so incredible in her swimming, and we can’t wait to see what she does in these races at districts.”

Favorite teacher: Mrs. Luke

Favorite subject: Chemistry

Favorite movie: “Forrest Gump”

Favorite food: Steak

Favorite song: “Sleeping on the Floor” by The Lumineers

Outside interests: Skiing, cross country, YEA, Art

Favorite professional team: Pittsburgh Penguins

Favorite college team: North Carolina State women’s swimming team

Pro athlete most admired: Katie Grimes

Best athlete I ever competed against: Bedford graduate Leah Shackley

Most influential person on my athletic career: My parents and pappy Bryan

Proudest athletic achievement: Making finals in both the 50 free and 50 fly at the 2025 Pitt Christmas Meet

How I got my start in swimming: Swimming lessons at the YMCA

Future goal: Swim in college