Sandy Creek alum Smith gives back with backpack giveaway

Share this Post
Views 651 | Comments 0

Sandy Creek alum Smith gives back with backpack giveaway

Share this Post
Views 651 | Comments 0

Jabari Smith Jr. is off to launch his NBA career with the Houston Rockets, but he still found time to come home and give back to his community with a back-to-school backpack giveaway.

On August 1, Smith, the recent number 3 overall pick in the NBA draft, returned to his alma mater, Sandy Creek High. It was a massive turnout as families started showing up three hours early to line up in a queue that wrapped around the gymnasium to meet the rising star for autographs, photos, and to take home a free Adidas backpack.

Stay Up-to-Date on What’s Fun and Important in Fayette

Newsletter

Help us keep local news free and our communities informed.

DONATE NOW

Latest Comments

VIEW ALL
Finalists named for 2026 Teacher of the Year
Kedron dresses up for their dream jobs
Oak Grove puts microorganisms on trail
Sandy Creek wins at SkillsUSA regions
County teams win at region academic bowl
Newsletter
Scroll to Top