On Friday, February 16, former Grady High School standout Christian Smith’s college team lost in an NCAA Division I game

Illinois Fighting Illini Coach Dan Hartleb (2024) | Illinois Fighting Illini

By Chicago City Wire

Feb 16, 2024

On Friday, February 16, former Grady High School standout Christian Smith’s current college team, the Illinois Fighting Illini, lost 5-4 in their NCAA Division I game against the Akron Zips.

The game took place in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. This was their second matchup against the Akron Zips this season.

The Fighting Illini’s next game is scheduled for Saturday, February 17 at 12 p.m. in Winston-Salem, North Carolina against Wake Forest Deacons.

Name: Christian Smith

Position: Outfielder

Hometown: Atlanta

Height: 6′1″

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