2025 Interview with Donavon Smith from Knox Central (KY)


 

Donavon Smith

Knox Central

LB, FB

2027

6’1 210

Jersey Number: 42

Awards won or earned: all district, 3A 3rd team all-state, academic all-state

HUDL LINK: http://hudl.com/profile/16932572

What is the toughest part of the first day of practice?

Getting back in the flow of the game and being rusty after not playing for a while

What makes you a good teammate?

I lead by example and try to always do the right things.

What are your personal goals for the season?

To reach 150 tackles and 10 sacks

What goals are you setting for your team?

To win the district

What is the toughest part of being a student-athlete?

To stay humble no matter how successful you are on the field and remember that student comes before athlete and prioritize your grades.

What is the best part of being a linebacker?

Getting to fly around and have fun and hit people for 4 quarters

What is the toughest part of being a linebacker?

Getting mentally prepared for the game through film so you can play fast

What is the strongest part of your game?

Reading my keys and coming downhill and stopping the run

Looking at only the road stadiums you have played in, which one has had the best overall atmosphere?

Somerset, my freshman year there, the band was amazing, and there was a bunch of little kids on the sideline letting us have it all game long.

What has been your biggest moment on the football field?

This year it was my scoop and score touchdown against Middlesboro.

Can the band, fans, and cheerleaders get you fired up?

Hearing the band before we run out makes me feel like I can run through a brick wall.

What will you miss the most from the 2025 season?

I will miss the seniors and their leadership they showed.

Who is your favorite athlete?

Kash Daniel because he showed that us Kentucky boys can play some big-time football.

Where is the best local spot to grab a pizza?

Pizza Hut

What is your favorite holiday?

Christmas


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