Photo Credit: "Legacy of the 26"

Joseph Harker Smith

Kicker / Fullback

Multnomah Athletic Club Winged M's

Captain of the undisputed Northwest Club Champions, "the only Joe" as he was known throughout the sports world because he "had the remarkable ability to deliver the goods for the team in a pinch", saw his kicking be the difference in most of the games played in 1893.  He may have been noted for kicking, but was also a solid runner and tackler for the M's.

Be his contribution through running the ball, kicking goals or flipping the field and giving opponents the long trudge through the muddy gridiron, all eyes were on Joe when his talents were called as he led Multnomah to a 6-0 record and victories over Seattle and Tacoma to claim the crown.

Smith wasn't just a gridiron phenom, he was also a star for the MAC in baseball, rugby, track, billiards and the club bowling team.  The following year, he and Fred Andrews even reached the PNA finals in tennis.