Smith was a force on and off the court during her senior campaign, maintaining a 3.74 grade-point-average with a major in english and minor in business, while ranking in the top five all over the Sooner Athletic Conference.

The Sao Paolo, Brazil native finished the regular season ranked second in the conference in kills, third in kills per set and third in hitting percentage.

But Smith's contributions didn't stop on the offensive side, as she was also tied for second in the SAC in blocks, fourth in blocks per set and 11th in digs.

Smith also stepped up big in the National Christian College Athletic Association (NCCAA) Central Regional tourney, contributing 20 kills and 10 digs in the Lady Evangels' 3-1 victory over the Southwestern Assemblies of God Lady Lions that earned MACU a third-place finish in the regional tournament.   

To qualify for this award, a student-athlete must maintain a minimum 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and have reached at least a junior academic status at the nominating institution.