Grady Smith

Ambassador

Meet Grady - a friend Declan has known his entire life. Grady has an older brother Declan’s age and the three of them have grown up like brothers. They attended Mater Dei together and even though they are attending different high schools they are very present in each other’s lives.

If there's a charity, a fundraiser, or a helping hand needed, Grady is there without hesitation. Raised in a family deeply committed to giving back - through The Denny Catholic Charities, food banks, homeless shelters, and community programs - he learned early on what it means to show up for others. Sports are just as much a part of his life and another way he believes you show up for others, your teammates. Basketball is his favorite sport, but he also plays soccer and baseball, and he golfs every chance he gets. Though tennis may not be his game, when Declan invited him to be part of Love 15, he didn't hesitate and he has been a steady, encouraging presence from the very beginning.

In his own words: "I was raised to believe that showing up for your community matters, whether that's through sports, volunteering, or simply helping where you can. Even though tennis isn't my sport, joining Love 15 was an easy decision because it's about leadership, teamwork, and giving others the chance to grow through athletics."

As an Ambassador, Grady is excited to help spread the Love 15 mission through his school community and to bring more kids the chance to grow through the power of sport.