Shawn Smith

Frederick Douglass High School Head Basketball Coach | Sources Say Podcast Host on KSR

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Big time for Kentucky and Mark Pope

[Jeff Borzello @jeffborzello]

BREAKING: Iowa State transfer Milan Momcilovic, the best shooter in the country and the No. 1 player to enter the portal this spring, has committed to Kentucky.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

The jersey is bigger than any player. The program is bigger than any coach. Our culture is only as strong as the people that protect it every day. Go Broncos!

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Talent matters. Loyalty matters. Character matters more. I’m blessed to hire three great men to help me lead Frederick Douglass Basketball. Three men that will challenge me daily to be my best. To enter our doors, you have to be willing to serve something bigger than yourself.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Let’s talk some Douglass basketball

[NextUpRecruits @NextUpRecruits]

NEWS: New Frederick Douglass HC Shawn Smith (@_CoachSSmith) will be joining the show tonight to talk all things Douglass Hoops (@FDBoysHoops)

📅: May 19th, 2026 | Wednesday
⏰: 8:00 PM (ET) / 7:00 PM (CT)

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

We have some studs on The Farm, Coach!

[Will Stein @CoachWillStein]

Baller

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Coach Estill brings knowledge, experience, relationships, and a winning mindset that fits what we want to be. I’m excited to have him alongside me as we continue a tradition of success at Douglass.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Adding Coach Marquis Estill to staff is another major victory for our Frederick Douglass program. He has played and coached at the highest levels of the game. I can’t wait to watch him work with our guys. I’ve been so intentional with the people that have a voice in this program.

[Frederick Douglass Boys Basketball @FDBoysHoops]

Please welcome Coach Marquis Estill to The Farm!

Coach Estill will be a varsity assistant coach. He will play an important role in the development of our players. Our players will benefit greatly from his knowledge and experience. Welcome to The Farm, Coach!

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

He does an outstanding job leading young men and building the kind of culture that helps players grow as athletes and as people. It’s also evident that he builds strong relationships. I’m excited to work with him. Welcome to The Farm, Coach!

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Another home run hire for Frederick Douglass basketball. Coach Miles came highly recommended to me and I made sure to have early conversations about the possibility of him joining me at Douglass. His commitment to player development, both on and off the court, really stands out.

[Frederick Douglass Boys Basketball @FDBoysHoops]

Please welcome Coach Gordon Miles to The Farm!

Coach Miles will be a varsity assistant and head coach of the freshman program. He will also play a key role in player development for the Broncos.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Coach Gay is the ultimate competitor. He’s good for our program and our players. Having him in the seat beside me is so important to what we want to do here. This is a huge win for Frederick Douglass basketball.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Introducing my staff this week. I can’t say enough about this hire and the friendship I’ve built with Coach Gay the last two years. He’s truly been my right hand, especially the last couple of months. I trust him. It’s so important to have good people around me in this.

[alan cutler @cutler1300]

NO FILTER: former Lexington Catholic star Justin Burke, @KYHuangs John Huang, @_CoachSSmith Shawn Smith….media & coach. 1300am/92.5fm & Podcasts & Live on the ESPN Lexington APP. @ESPNRadioLex @UKFootball @CoachWillStein

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Even though I’ve been here for three years, meeting and talking in this role is special. It’s an amazing honor to be in this seat.

Frederick Douglass basketball and the people in our building mean a lot to me. I hope to see you there Monday. Go Broncos!

[Frederick Douglass Boys Basketball @FDBoysHoops]

Parents, players, fans, and media are welcome to join us on Monday, May 11 at 5:00 PM in the FDHS auditorium for a meet greet with Head Coach Shawn Smith.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Appreciate you, Coach!

[Steve Page @steve_page1]

Happy and proud of my former assistant @ChrisevansCoach. He did a good job at Model and it will be fun getting to play him twice (hopefully 3) times per year in our district now that he’s at Western Hills.

Shoutouts to @_CoachSSmith and @RealCoachQ as well. FD / SC did well.

[Derek Terry @DerekSTerry]

Congrats to @_CoachSSmith on this great opportunity to lead one of the top basketball programs in the region. Can't wait to cheer on the Broncos. #KentuckyDaily

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Truly honored and grateful to be leading the Frederick Douglass program. Go Broncos!

[Douglass High School Athletics @FDHSATHLETICS]

After a thorough interview process…..

Bronco Nation welcome new Head Boys Basketball coach Shawn Smith. A meeting with media, parents, and players to meet and greet with coach coming soon.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Extremely proud of these three for all they gave to our team!

[Frederick Douglass Boys Basketball @FDBoysHoops]

Congratulations to our Broncos on earning All-City honors from the Herald-Leader

First Team: DeMarcus Surratt
Second Team: Tate Robinson
Honorable Mention: Thurman Wade

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Otega Oweh delivers one of the best postseason performances in Kentucky basketball history. The Wildcats advance to Sunday.

[Shawn Smith @_CoachSSmith]

Go Broncos!

[Matt Jones @KySportsRadio]

#1 Madison Central just got knocked out of the 11th Region Tournament by the way