Steve Smith has been appointed as the Assistant Basketball Coach at South Carolina, rounding out Head Coach Lamont Paris's coaching staff. Smith boasts 13 years of experience as an assistant in the Atlantic Coast Conference, having previously coached at Boston College, Florida State, and Clemson. Coach Paris commended Smith's extensive connections in South Carolina, emphasizing the immediate value he will bring to the program. Smith expressed his enthusiasm for the role, particularly his admiration for Coach Paris and his eagerness to contribute.

By the Numbers
  • 13 seasons as an assistant coach across three ACC programs.
  • Helped Florida State achieve a 26-5 record and a Sweet 16 appearance in the 2021 NCAA Tournament.
  • Assisted in recruiting top-15 classes in both 2021 and 2022.
State of Play
  • Smith joins South Carolina after two seasons at Boston College.
  • His past experience includes successful tenures at Florida State and Clemson, marked by multiple NCAA Tournament appearances.
What's Next

With Smith on board, South Carolina aims to strengthen its basketball program and enhance recruitment efforts in the region. The coaching staff will likely focus on fostering player development and building team chemistry ahead of the upcoming season.

Bottom Line

Steve Smith's hiring reflects a strategic move by South Carolina to leverage local connections and experienced coaching to elevate the program’s competitiveness in the SEC.