Canisius University Athletics

David Smith is in his 12th season with the Golden Griffin hockey program, serving as the program’s Director of Player Development/Assistant Strength and Fitness Coach. At Canisius, Smith leads instruction for fitness and agility, while assisting with player development off the ice.

Smith also serves as the monitor of the health and wellness program of the on-ice officials in the National Hockey League, a position he's held since 2000. The program includes an off-ice fitness regimen, and developing and maintaining a league-wide network of athletic trainers and physicians for medical treatment and assistance for the officials.

Prior to his current position, Smith served as the head trainer and strength and conditioning coach for the Florida Panthers from 1995-99. Smith also held that same position with the New York Rangers from 1985-95, including when the Rangers won the Stanley Cup in 1994.

Smith graduated from Elmira College, where he served as the captain of the hockey team. Smith and his family reside in Buffalo