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University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire

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2023 Baseball

Chico La Barbera
Chico La Barbera

92 Nico Smith

  • Height 6-2
  • Bats/Throws R/R
  • Year Sophomore
  • Hometown Chicago, IL
  • High School Taft
  • Major Physics

Biography

Awards & Honors

 

2022

In 12 appearances for the Blugolds with seven starts, Smith recorded three wins and two saves...Struck out 20 batters.

High School

Attended Taft.

Personal

Uncle (Frank) played football at Lake Forest.

Why did you choose UW-Eau Claire?

"With it being a new program there was a good chance I'd be able to play a key role as soon as I stepped on campus as a freshman, which is very rare at more developed programs."

Why did you choose Division III?

"I truly play for the love of the game. Baseball has been a part of my life since I was 4 years old and I want to continue playing for as long as I can."

Who is your role model/mentor? Why are they important to you?

"My dad. He's been my coach since I was a kid and has always used baseball as a way to teach me important life lessons about accountability and working hard."

What is the best sports movie/show/series?

"Bull Durham."

Statistics

Season Statistics

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Career Statistics

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Historical Player Information

  • 92

    2022Freshman

    Pitcher
    6'1"
    92
  • 92

    2023Sophomore

    Pitcher
    6'2"
    92