University of Nevada Athletics

Nevada

2012: Could factor into the depth chart after redshirting in 2011.

2011: Joined the team in the spring semester and went through spring drills with Nevada ... Redshirted his first season.

High School

A graduate of Cajon High School in San Bernardino, Calif. ... Was a two-time first-team all-league selection in football who earned all-county honors as a senior in 2009 ... Was part of a San Andreas League championship team in 2008 as a junior ... Also lettered in basketball.

Personal

Born Sebastian Giovanni Andre Tretola on May 1, 1992 ... Son of Michael Smith and Mary Tretola ... Has a younger brother, Mikoe, and a younger sister, Justice ... Majoring in community health sciences and wants to be an athletic trainer ... Father played football at Washington ... Was recruited by a number of schools including UCLA, Florida State, Texas Tech, San Diego State and UNLV but chose Nevada because of the Pistol offense and the efficient run game ... Enjoys playing basketball in his free time and lists Michael Jordan as his sports hero.