# Carter Smith Wins Pat McAfee’s Kicking Competition

> Iowa high school athlete Carter Smith wins Pat McAfee’s field goal competition after two attempts.
- Title: Carter Smith Wins Pat McAfee’s Kicking Competition | Shortify
- Summary: Iowa high school athlete Carter Smith wins Pat McAfee’s field goal competition after two attempts. Carter Smith, a former Iowa high school football and…
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- Source: High School On SI — https://si.com/high-school/iowa/carter-smith-on-overcoming-the-odds-winning-pat-mcafee-s-kicking-is-easy-competition-01m5gx3v1d3q
- Published: 2026-10-22T04:35:33+00:00
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- Topics: carter smith, pat mcafee, kicking is easy, iowa high school, brigham young university, underwood high school, college game day, field goal, sports
## Carter Smith
Carter Smith, a graduate of Underwood High School and current student at Brigham Young University, appeared on ESPN’s College GameDay this past weekend.
## Field Goal Attempt
Smith had his number called after the original person failed to kick in Pat McAfee’s 'Kicking Is Easy' competition.
## First Attempt
Smith kicked from 33 yards out after removing his shoe, but the kick felt off due to his Birkenstocks.
## Second Attempt
Smith aimed higher and to the left, took his time, and successfully kicked the ball on his second try.
## High School Background
Smith played both football and soccer for Underwood High School’s Eagles, starting 13 matches as a senior.
## Soccer and Football
Smith scored three goals and recorded five assists as a junior, with one reception and 11 tackles as a senior.
## Event Outcome
Smith’s successful kick in Pat McAfee’s competition marks a life-changing moment for the Iowa high school athlete.
## Key takeaway

Carter Smith, a former Iowa high school football and soccer player, successfully kicked a field goal in Pat McAfee’s 'Kicking Is Easy' competition after two attempts.