Alec Smith

Alec Smith has transitioned from a renowned CrossFit athlete with gymnastic roots to a competitive Grid League player and an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community in sports. After achieving a second-place finish with the CrossFit Krypton team at the 2019 CrossFit Games, Alec Smith solidified his position as a prominent figure in competitive fitness. Smith qualified for the CrossFit Games four times, competing twice as an individual. His diverse athletic background includes excelling in gymnastics for eight years, earning 21 varsity letters across volleyball, track and field, and swimming and diving, notably securing a state championship in volleyball and three consecutive MVP honors in swimming and diving.

Smith continues to evolve his competitive career, moving into the Grid League in 2024 with a signing to the Daytona Beach Venom. He has expressed plans to commit to the Las Vegas Venom for the 2025 season following the team’s relocation, showcasing his adaptability and sustained pursuit of high-level athletic challenges. Beyond competition, Smith contributes to the fitness community as a CrossFit coach at CrossFit Krypton, where he also coordinates their CrossFit Kids program. He further shares his expertise coaching the boys’ gymnastics team at Gymstrada Gymnastic in Virginia Beach.

Leveraging his vast experience and knowledge, Smith developed and shares his specialized training tips through the ‘Accessories with Alec’ program, reaching a broad audience of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. As he prepares for the 2025 Grid League season with the Las Vegas Venom, Smith remains a compelling talent whose athletic prowess is matched by his powerful voice for inclusivity and representation in professional sports, continuously demonstrating what makes him a formidable competitor and influential figure.