Tyler E. Smith was named the Averett University Department of Athletics' director of sports performance in July 2024 after previously serving as the sports performance assistant coach since July 2023.
A native of King, North Carolina, Smith gained experience in the strength and conditioning field as an intern with the United States Army Special Operations Command at Fort Liberty, North Carolina, during the summer of 2022. He also served as a strength and conditioning intern for the football program at Division I North Carolina A&T University during the summer of 2021.
Smith graduated from Winston-Salem State University in May 2023 with a bachelor’s degree in physical education. He was a three-year member of the Division II Rams’ football program and also ran cross country for one season. Smith is also a part of the U.S. Army Reserves, serving as a quartermaster officer with the 518th Sustainment Brigade in Knightdale, North Carolina.
Smith is certified with the National Strength and Conditioning Association as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He also holds certifications with the United States of America Weightlifting (USAW) as a Level 1 Coach, along with adult first aid/CPR/AED certification through the American Red Cross.
Smith is pursuing a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in leadership from Averett.
