Some players grow into basketball. Others seem born for it. For Webb City senior Grayson Smith, the game has been woven into his life for as long as he can remember. “I first got involved in basketball in the little league basketball at Webb City. I was super young when I started,” he said. That early introduction sparked a love for the sport that has carried him through years of growth, competition, and tradition.
Representing Webb City means something special to Smith—something bigger than just points and wins. “I think just representing my town and trying to keep the Webb City tradition of winning alive,” he shared. That sense of responsibility has pushed him to work, improve, and embrace the identity of his program. “It means a lot to be part of the Webb City tradition, but now it’s our turn to keep that tradition alive.”
Two people have played major roles in shaping who he is as a player. “I think my travel ball coach TeeJay Britton and my trainer Courtney Ingram have influenced my basketball journey the most. I have gained so much skill under both of them,” Smith said. Their guidance helped him develop the style he carries into every game. “I think my playing style is just do whatever I can to win and help my team out the most. My strength is definitely shooting the ball though.”
This year’s Webb City team has something special. “I don’t have a good way of describing our chemistry, but I do know we are all really close and it helps us get through things,” he said. That bond showed up in one of his favorite memories. “I would say our game vs Central last year just seeing how everyone came together and did what it took to win.”
Smith prepares for big moments with a simple mindset: “Just not making it bigger than it is and treating it like a normal game.” And when the ball tips, he trusts what he has built. “I have definitely spent the most time working on my shot.”
No matter the position or the moment, Smith is ready. “I feel the most comfortable in any position that my coaches put me in to help the team succeed.” As his senior season unfolds, he hopes to help carry on the proud Webb City tradition—one shot, one game, and one legacy at a time.
