Smith signs with Indiana University East

Outgoing sophomore Akin "Diggy" Smith is about to start the next chapter of his academic and basketball career after signing with Indiana University East Wednesday, an NAIA program located in Richmond, Ind.,  that competes in the River State Conference. 

"We are super excited to have a player and person like Diggy join our program," Red Wolves coach Mark Hester said. "We are looking forward to working with him. His maturity and workmanlike approach is beyond his years. We expect him to have a great career here both in the classroom and on the court."

Smith, an Indianapolis native, had 12 points, 4.7 rebounds and 1.9 assist per game in his last year competing for the Vikings. He ended his career here with 538 points, a 43.7 shooting percentage, 18 blocks, 43 steals, 84 assists and 255 rebounds. 

"IU East is a great fit academically and athletically for Dig," Glen Oaks head coach Sam Waniewski said. "He had tremendous success in his two years at Glen Oaks and I know he will do great things there. I'm super proud of him and I look forward to following his career."