2026 PFN Player Preview: Gavin Smith-WR/ATH-Juniata Valley
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Cody Brady | July 29, 2026
Gavin Smith
Juniata Valley
Class Of 2027
WR/ATH
Jersey #19
6’4 230 lbs
30 Catches, 467 Rec. yards, 5 total TDS, 2 Ints, 2 Sacks
Other sports Baseball
Conference Honorable Mention
Twitter/X @gdsmith_19
Coach Says: Gavin is always dependable. His effort is contagious. He simply will not be outworked on or off the field.
Why do you play football?
Being able to stay close to the right people and staying in shape while having fun, as well as the competitive nature of football
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Luke Kuechly, his knowledge of the game and ability to know what is coming next made it so much fun to watch him.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
My first touchdown of my junior season against Newport. It’s always nice to score at another teams field, but it being the first one of the year for the entire team made it so much better
What was your toughest game in 2025 season?
@ Mt. Union
What are your goals for this coming season?
Going 1-0 in everything we do; if it’s a workout, a drill, a play, or a game. And Eventually making it to the D6 Championship and beyond.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
Nasir Collins
What does the word “Coach” mean to you?
Someone that can help you in anything you do and someone you can always turn to if you need help while giving you the truth
Tell everyone why you think football is good for a community
Football shows that people from many different walks of life can come together and make a team
Name a football player you’d love to line up against
Jaycee Horn
Name a football player you’d love to line up with.
Tony Rojas
What is your favorite practice drill? What is your least favorite practice drill?
My favorite is the punt block with the mat, especially in the rain. My least favorite is four plays in a minute.
What school sport that you do not play in have you supported?
Volleyball
If you were to inherit 1 billion dollars what’s the first thing you’d do?
Invest
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and WHY?
Video Games like Apex Legends, they have the stress and competitiveness similar to football. Or I spend time with my girlfriend.
What is your least favorite play to run?
Jet Sweep
First thing you do when you leave the locker room or get off the bus after a game?
Eat
Music of choice:
Metal or alternative
Best place in your town to eat after a game? Why?
Paesanos, they have the best Chai fries with ranch
Best Pizza topping?
Pepperoni
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Myrtle Beach
If you could attend any sports event for free what would it be?
The Super Bowl
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