West Texas A&M University Athletics

At Hope International:
Comes to Canyon following one season at Hope International University in Fullerton, California... Made five appearances out of the bullpen for the Royals in 2026... Registered five strikeouts in his 4.0 innings of work... Season-high three strikeouts at Chapman (Mar. 31)...

At Palomar College:
Started his collegiate career at Palomar College in San Marcos, California... Made 32 appearances in relief for the Comets...Had a 3.26 ERA, allowing 21 runs (18 earned) on 41 hits with 26 walks and 50 strikeouts in his 49.2 inning of work... Went a perfect 6-0 during his time at Palomar, registering four saves each season... 

At Great Oak High School:
Graduated from Great Oak High School in Temecula, California in 2022... Pitched and also worked behind the plate for the Wolfpack under the guidance of head coach Eric Morton...

Personal:
Born September 22, 2003... Son of Rich and Maria Cruz-Smith and he has one sibling, Nate... Expected to major in Business at West Texas A&M...