Arthur Smith

Position:
Offensive Guard
Height:
6-4
Weight:
283
Class:
Junior
Hometown:
Memphis, TN
High School:
Georgetown Prep (MD)

Enters the 2005 season competing for playing time at guard, but can also play center and deep snap • Slowed by injuries in the past, but enters the season completely healthy and should be one of the team leaders on offense.

At Carolina
Saw action in 2004 against Fork Union in the Junior Varsity game • Had foot surgery in January, 2003 and missed the entire season • Was starting to become a solid contributor before he injured the foot • Played in one game in 2002, starting at Syracuse • Diagnosed with a foot problem the following week and was unable to play the remainder of the season • Redshirted in 2001.

Georgetown Prep (Md.)
Team captain for a squad that went 10-0 in 2000 and was ranked No. 4 among all high schools in the state of Maryland • Team won the league championship •Anchor of an offensive line that averaged over 300 yards rushing per game •First-team all-state selection at offensive line • Two-time all-conference • First-team All-Metro by the Washington Post •Was an offensive tackle and center and saw some action at defensive tackle •Also participated in track, lacrosse and basketball •Coached by Dan Paro.

Personal
Born Arthur William Smith on May 27, 1982 in Memphis, Tenn. • Son of Fred and Diane Smith • Has nine brothers and sisters • Enjoys reading the Wall Street Journal • Favorite musical artist is Bruce Springsteen • Wears No. 60 because it is the same number worn by former UNC center Adam Metts • Favorite former UNC player is Will Chapman • Would like to switch places for a day with George W. Bush • Majoring in communications.