Da'ronte Smith "Making An Impact"

Da'ronte Smith "Making An Impact"
BY: NEXT LEVEL

Daronte Smith is an elite professional football player who has achieved many accomplishment during his playing career. In 2014, Smith signed a professional contract to play for the Criciuma Miners. With the professional transition from college to pros, Smith knew that he needed to gain weight. After training with Next Level, Smith Managed to gain 25 pounds of muscle and also improved his overall athleticism in preparation for going to Brazil.  

 
Smith lined up at multiple positions for the Miners, playing quarterback, running back, safety and also returned kicks for the. Smith was awarded the South Cup 2014 Best Defensive Player for his efforts.

After watching YouTube Videos of the Miners and Smith in action, Smith can be seen making big play after big play.  Smith managed to rack up a number of tackles, big hits, interceptions, and big plays for the 2014 season. Smith also played a role in the offense scheme late in the season.  Smith returned kicks in amazing fashion, dazzling opposing defenders with great power and speed.

 “I has always been a great tackler in college, but now I bring much more of an impact behind my hits.  My playing style in very different from college. I play both ways and return kicks, which helps my team with explosive plays.”

After traveling extensively in college, Smith eventually figured out overtime that he like touring different places. After researching professional football opportunities overseas, Smith knew instantly that was something that he wanted to do. Smith used websites such as europlayers.com and eurosportsscouting.com to network with football coaches and scouts.

 “The ability to tour the world and play the game you love is a once in a life opportunity that I could not pass up. You learn about yourself and what’s important to you. I really understand things in a whole new perspective. Just watching my career, I think that playing overseas has allow me to pursue something that I always wanted to do. I think it’s a dream come true and I may want to finish my career with the Miners.

As Smith Reflects on his journey, he knows that he made the right decision. Smith also managed to help Next Level Athlete, Bryce Wilson, find a spot on the Miner’s roster. With this in mind, Smith and the Miners looks to win the 2015 Championship.

“I’m playing the game I grew up playing my whole life in a beautiful country. The scenery is beautiful, there’s great people, and the food taste pretty good too. I must say life’s great.”