Fred Smith, CMAA
Comstock AD - 1991-2007
“I worked with Fred Smith in Athletics at Comstock HS for 8 years. I loved working for Fred......he was like a big "Teddy Bear". His dedication and commitment while he was at Comstock was exemplary. He cared for all students, not only athletes. His caring and thoughtfulness was felt by all.” - Brenda Deibler
“I took over the AD position from Mr. Smith and new right away I had some big shoes to fill. I found out that Fred was loved by his coaching staff and certainly went above and beyond to make them feel special. His gentle spirit and kind heart combined with a great knowledge of best practices made for a strong athletic department. He has been a great mentor for me and the respect I have for him is no doubt the same throughout the state and country in the AD world. - Justin Ansel
Benton Harbor High School Teacher & Coach – 1979-80
St. Joseph Lake Michigan Catholic Teacher, Coach & Athletic Director – 1980-91
Comstock High School Athletic Director – 1991-07
- 91, 93, 96 Volleyball State Champion
- 94, 95 Track & Field State Champion
- 03 Softball State Runner Up
Buchanan High School Athletic Director – 2007-15
- 2013 Battle of the Fans Champions
MHSAA
- Vice President of Representative Council
- New Athletic Administrator In-Service Program Presenter
- Sportsmanship Summit Presenter
- Certified Coaches Advancement Program Instructor
MIAAA
- Served on Executive Board 1993-98
- Chairperson of Professional Development Committee
- SCECH Coordinator
- Leadership Training Instructor
NIAAA
- Leadership Training Instructor
- Served on Board of Directors 1996-99
- Served on Credential Committee 1989/1995
- Served on Hall of Fame Screening Committee
Athletic Honors
- 1997 MIAAA Regional Athletic Director of the Year Award
- 1999 NIAAA Commendation Award
- 2000 MIAAA State Athletic Director of the Year Award
- 2000 NCSSAD Midwest Athletic Director of the Year Award
- 2000 NHSACA Midwest Athletic Director of the Year Award
- 2000 NIAAA Distinguish Service Award
- 2004 NIAAA Thomas E. Frederick Award of Excellence
- 2007 MIAAA George Lovich State Award of Merit
- 2007 NIAAA State Award of Merit
- 2012 Frank Kovaleski Professional Development Award
- 2014 MHSAA Allen W. Bush Award
- 2015 Comstock Athletic Hall of Fame