Ali Smith Class: Freshman Hometown: Columbia, Md. High School: Atholton, Md. Position: CC & Middle Distance Birthdate: 09/18/1989

VILLANOVA: Talented freshman...should make an immediate impact in cross country and middle distance events.

ATHOLTON: Multiple Maryland State 800m and Mile Champions...Maryland State Cross Country Champion...finished fifth at the Northeast Footlocker Championships to qualify for the Footlocker National Championship.

PERSONAL: Undecided major...oldest of three children of Tom and Pippa Smith...siblings are Amy (16) and Sam (11)...born 9/18/89.

PERSONAL BESTS

800m - 2:11.12

1000m - 2:54.52

1500m - 4:31.45