CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – Clarksville High senior three-sport athlete Dawson Smith has been awarded the Sonic Friday Night Rivals scholarship, FNR announced Friday at a pep rally honoring him. The scholarship is awarded to one student-athlete who competed in a Friday Night Rivals game in the fall. Smith was chosen from 32 nationwide nominees.
“I was overwhelmed and surprised. I really didn’t know what was going on,” said Smith. “It means everything to know that all of the hard work that I have put in has paid off. I couldn’t be more thankful to all my coaches, my teammates, and I’m giving all the Glory to God.”
Smith was a Clarksville Now All-Area selection in football, ending the season with 16 tackles for loss and 7.5 sacks. He also totaled 84 tackles, while adding a forced fumble, two fumble recoveries, and one blocked kick to his production as well. Smith rushed for 200 yards on offense, too.
He is a starter on the Wildcats’ hardwood as well and was a pitcher for the Wildcats’ baseball team, earning a 1.84 ERA in 34 innings pitched with a 4-0 record, including starting the state championship game…