Kevin Smith boosts LSU's recruitment with visit to Tre Segarra
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:53 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin appreciates assistant coach Kevin Smith for his pivotal recruitment of four-star running back Tre Segarra. Initially not considered a candidate for LSU, Segarra's interest shifted after Smith visited him at home in South Carolina. Segarra, a highly rated prospect from Duncan, SC, is now favoring LSU, previously thought to be behind Tennessee and South Carolina in his recruitment. Smith's strong recruiting skills are highlighted as a significant asset for LSU, particularly in challenging rival programs in their own regions.
- •LSU targets Tre Segarra, a top running back recruit in the 2027 class.
- •Kevin Smith's home visit influenced Segarra's recruitment decision.
- •Segarra ranks as the No. 6 running back nationally and No. 2 in South Carolina.
- •Tennessee and South Carolina were previously seen as frontrunners.
- •LSU aims to solidify its recruiting presence in South Carolina.
- 4:53 AMYahoo Sports — Lane Kiffin owes one of his top assistant coaches a major ‘Thank You' after what went down in another SEC team's backyard
"LSU Tigers head coach Lane Kiffin owes one of his assistant coaches a big-time thank you after what went down this week in South Carolina.
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