Alex Smith: The Story of the University of Utah's Unlikely Star Quarterback

by Heather Simonsen

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1932898344
• ISBN13: 9781932898347
• Release Date: January 2005
• Publisher: Spring Creek Book Company
• Length: 129 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.2" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

great story from humble beginnings

the story of Alex Smith is a great story about a kid who always played second fiddle, but when he got the chance to sign, he took full advantage. Smith went to Helix high school and in 2 years lost 2 game as the starting QB leading his team to 2 straight state titles. Smith wasn't the story however, his teamate was. Running Back Reggie Bush, who later signed to play at USC. Smith had only 2 offers, 1-Michigan State 2-Utah Smith declined Michigan State because his uncle was the head coach, and fearing a political backlash, Smith chose Utah. at Utah, Smith was at the very bottom of the depth chart and even thought about transfering out, but destiny was on Alex's side. on the last play of the game against Texas A & M, Utah's starting QB got hurt, and Smith took over. his first start was against California and Smith lead the Utes to a win over the ranked Cal. in 2 years, Smith lead Utah to a 21-1 record and from the unknowns to a powerhouse football team. in his junior season, Smith had just about everything you could ask for short of the National Title. Utah finished 12-0, ranked #5 in the Nation, and was the first Non-BCS team to make it a BCS game. Alex Smith ended his junior year leading Utah to a 35-7 win over Pittsburgh in the Fiesta Bowl and took home MVP of the game, finishing 29 of 37 for 328 yards and 4 tds. Smith was a Heishman Trophy finalist and was named by The Sporting News as the college football Player of the Year. i really hope there is a revised story, because it pretty much ends where Alex makes his decision to go pro, which was a no brainer. Smith ended up becoming the #1 overall draft pick in the 2005 NFL Draft. he threw his first TD pass in his 150th pass attempt, finishing the season with 1 td and 11 ints. Alex wore #11 and was in the #1 pick in the NFL Draft. pretty crazy numbers hu? the Alex Smith story is really fascinating. he's not a showboat, or a gloater. he's a very humble guy who knows where he came from. great story.

Alex Smith--A Modern Cinderfella Story

The story of Alex Smith and his meteoric rise to the number one NFL draft choice is a superbly inspiring story, written by a very talented young author. It is laced with humerous anecdotes and interesting insights into Smith's homelife and his first 20 years.

Great Read: Story of an Emerging Star

Wow! This is a compelling story, for young and old. Heather is an amazing storyteller, and does a masterful job of sharing the story of Alex Smith as he follows his dream of playing football in the NFL. It is full of fun and anecdotal excerpts from his childhood, and a detailed review of his march to an undefeated 2004 season, leading the University of Utah football team. I couldn't put it down, and read the whole book in one sitting (two weeks before his going first pick in the NFL draft). Now, I can't wait for the sequel covering his 49er years!