Northwestern State University of Louisana

Came from the University of Georgia with head coach Don Beasley and has two years of eligibility remaining ... with his size, could have an immediate impact in the Gulf Star Conference ... how well he performs will determine if current Demon starting center George jones can move outside to a forward spot ... averaged 18.5 ppg as a senior at Washington High School to go along with 14.5 rebounds ... had 78 assists and shot 52% from the floor and also proved to an excellent foul shooter with 82% success rate ... named to the Atlanta All-City team as a senior ... listed among the state's top seniors by the Atlanta Journal Constitution ... played in seven games for Georgia and averaged 1.1 rpg during the 1984-85 season.

Coach Beasley on Johnny Smith: " Johnny will play center on our team and gives us the needed size inside that will make us a better defensive team."