Meet Lee Smith

Founder · President/CEO

Born and raised in Powell, Tennessee, Lee Smith opened Triple F Elite Sports Training to serve youth athletes in the greater Knoxville area. As a gritty, old-school blocking tight end, Lee played in 149 games with 79 starts, recording 73 receptions, 523 receiving yards, and 11 touchdowns across stints with the Patriots, Bills, Raiders, and Falcons.

Lee attributes much of his success to the NFL’s world-class plan, resources, and support staff that kept him healthy and performing at the highest level. Above all, he credits his achievements to his faith and relationship with Jesus Christ.

Lee built Triple F to bring that same professional-level care and long-term athletic development — centered on faith — to youth and adult athletes. Now, through franchising, that vision is reaching communities across the country.

Lee, his wife Alisha, and their children Brody, Amanda, Brock, and Addison live in West Knox and attend Shoreline Church.