Andrew Smith facts for kids
Andrew Smith (born September 9, 1990 – died January 12, 2016) was an American basketball player. He played as a center on the court. Andrew was born in Washington, D.C. and grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana.
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Andrew Smith's Basketball Journey
Andrew Smith was a talented basketball player. He was known for his skills as a center. A center is usually the tallest player on a basketball team. Their main jobs are to score close to the basket and grab rebounds.
College Basketball Star
Andrew played college basketball for the Butler Bulldogs. This team is part of Butler University. He played for them from 2009 to 2013. During his time at Butler, the team was very successful. They even reached the NCAA championship game twice. This is a huge achievement in college sports!
Playing Professionally
After college, Andrew continued his basketball career. He became a professional player. He played for a team called BC Neptūnas. This team is located in Lithuania, a country in Europe. He played there from 2013 to 2014.
A Life Remembered
Sadly, Andrew Smith passed away on January 12, 2016. He was only 25 years old. He died in Indianapolis from a type of cancer called non-Hodgkin lymphoma. He is remembered as a dedicated athlete and a kind person.
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In Spanish: Andrew Smith para niños
