Coach Dakota Smith was hired in 2023 to lead the Strength & Conditioning program at Van Buren High School. With a deep passion for developing athletes both physically and mentally, Coach Smith is committed to helping every Black Knight become bigger, faster, and stronger.
The weight room at Van Buren isn’t just about lifting — it’s where discipline, leadership, and a winning mindset are built. Under Coach Smith’s guidance, our student-athletes are pushed to reach their full potential through structured training, proper technique, and a relentless work ethic.
"Hard work beats talent when talent doesn’t work hard."
— Tim Notke
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