1981-82 (Freshman): Tallest player on Missouri's team at 6-3 ... Saw action in 21 games as a freshman last year, starting two ... Had personal high of 10 points and eight rebounds against Idaho State at the 1981 Mid-America Classic ... Averaged .500 from the field ... Has added strength from summer conditioning and should be more of a threat on the inside this year ... Improved confidence will also be a factor in Smith's favor.
High School: Received numerous all-state awards after senior year at Craig H.S. ... Was chosen most valuable player in conference and holds league records for most points and rebounds in a single season ... Team captain and Wisconsin "Prep Athlete of the Week" ... Chose Missouri over Marquette, Louisville, Arizona and Wisconsin, among others ... At 6'3" Smith is the second tallest player on Missouri's roster ... Is battling for a starting center position and must build strength to adjust to college game ... Rutherford says Smith is mobile around the basket and will give the Tigers depth at that spot.
Personal: Majoring in journalism... Smith is the daughter of James and Phyllis Smith... Born December 24, 1962 in Janesville, Wisconsin.