Ethan Smith is in his first season (2025-26) as the Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Line Coach for SBU football.
He comes to the Bearcats after two seasons at Rock Bridge High School. During his three seasons at Rock Bridge, his defense averaged 18.7 PPG, recording 83 takeaways and 22 defensive touchdowns. Smith helped lead the team to back-to-back district champs and two straight quarterfinals appearances. Prior to Rock Bridge HS, he coached at his Alma Mater as a linebackers coach from 2019-2022. Smith Contributed to one of the best ranked defenses in the country with top-5 rankings in total defense and total pass defense during two of his seasons. He recruited nine All-Conference athletes and 3 All-American selections. One of those recruits was a 2x Conference Player of the Year, 2x All-American, and Cliff Harris award finalist.
He resides in Bolivar with his wife Cassie and their kids.Â
