A former Iowa high school football and soccer player made the most of his chance to kick a field goal with millions over the weekend.
Carter Smith, a graduate of Underwood High School and current student at Brigham Young University, appeared on ESPN’s “College GameDay” this past weekend while in Provo, Utah.
Smith, who camped out with a friend before being given a ticket that would lead to his life-changing kick, played both football and soccer for the Eagles in high school.
Former Iowa High School Football, Soccer Player Nailed Kick On ESPN
After the original person was unable to attempt the kick as part of Pat McAfee’s “Kicking is Easy” competition, Smith had his number called. On his second attempt after removing his shoe, Smith was successful from 33 yards out.
“I played soccer basically my entire life,” Smith told KSL . “I served my mission in Argentina, so I stayed playing soccer that whole two years.…