Kevin Smith Named to Academic All-MAC Wrestling Team

Smith honored for his outstanding performance on and off the mat

BUFFALO, NY - The Mid-American Conference announced the 2009 Academic All-MAC Wrestling team on Tuesday with University at Buffalo redshirt-freshman Kevin Smith receiving the honor for the first time in his career. Smith joins five additional MAC wrestlers who were selected by the leagueâs faculty athletic representatives for their outstanding performances on and off the mat.

Kevin Smith

Smith is an exercise science major with aspirations of pursuing a career in physical therapy. He carries a 3.57 GPA, which is the highest among the five additional MAC wrestlers named. In the 133-pound weight class, he posted a 29-9 overall record while posting an exceptional dual meet record of 14-2. In tournament competition, he placed second at the UB Open and first at the 2009 New York State Intercollegiate Wrestling Championships.

To be nominated, a student-athlete must have at least a 3.2 cumulative GPA and have participated in at least 50 percent of the contests for that particular sport. First year students and junior college transfers in their first year of residence are not eligible for the award. Outstanding academic and athletic accomplishments for the current season only are considered.