Archie Smith (footballer, born 1995)
Smith was born in Brisbane on 19 July 1995, the son of former NBA and NBL basketball player Andre Moore.Smith himself played junior basketball at an elite level and was courted by multiple Division One colleges in the United States before being scouted by AFL recruiters at the age of 17.[1] Despite having no prior Australian rules football experience, Smith drew interest from recruiters due to his supreme athleticism for his size.[3] He made his debut against Port Adelaide in round 19, 2016 in a near best-on-ground performance, gathering 19 disposals and 30 hit outs at the Gabba.[7] Smith announced his retirement from the AFL at the end of the 2021 season, citing a desire to prioritise mental well-being and family.