Towson University Athletics

Reserve linebacker who adds depth to the Tiger defense ... hard worker who did well in the Spring ... may also see duty on special teams ... could contribute on special team as long snapper ... transfer from Howard University.

AT DULANEY H.S.: All-Baltimore County linebacker who helped the Lions earn their first-ever appearance in state playoffs ... named to All-City/County team for Coach Steve Watts ... member of Lions' All-Academic team ... also wrestled for the Lions ... member of track and field team.

PERSONAL: Has three brothers ... career goal is to become a teacher or coach ... hobbies include playing chess and cooking ... lists mother as the person he admires the most ... has done community service work at the P.A.L. Center ... devoted fan of the Baltimore Ravens ... favorite NFL player is All-Pro linebacker Ray Lewis ... lists "The Matrix" as his favorite movie ... favorite actor is Al Pacino ... lists Stephen King as his favorite author ... favorite athletes are former Olympic medalists Tommy Smith and John Carlos ... enjoys listening to music by Kirk Franklin ... son of June Barbara Smith and Stuart Harvey Dickman ... born on July 21, 1989 in Baltimore, Md.