Keith Smith transfers to IMG Academy for 2026 football season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:58 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Keith Smith, a 2027 running back and return specialist from Bradenton, Florida, has announced he will transfer to IMG Academy for the upcoming 2026 high school football season. He made the announcement via a social media post, expressing excitement about competing with the Ascenders, who are coming off an undefeated season. Last year, Smith accumulated 1,739 all-purpose yards and 16 touchdowns with the Manatee Hurricanes. At IMG Academy, he is expected to play primarily on special teams and face top-tier competition in a schedule that includes several out-of-state opponents. The Ascenders ended the previous season ranked No. 1 in Florida and No. 3 nationally in the Rivals national rankings.
- •Smith totals 1,739 all-purpose yards last season.
- •IMG Academy is ranked No. 3 nationally and No. 1 in Florida.
- •The Ascenders will play against several prominent out-of-state teams.
- 1:58 PMYahoo Sports — 2027 RB Keith Smith announces transfer to IMG Academy
"The nationally ranked Bradenton (Fla.) IMG Academy Ascenders football team is receiving a top specialist from the region, according to a social media post via X, formerly known as Twitter. [ $19.99 gets you a FULL year of On3 | Rivals national coverage ] 2027 running back/returner Keith Smith announced on X that he will be attending […]
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