What is Jonathan Smith's relationship status? Looking at Michigan State HC's life beyond the realms of football
With Jonathan Smith confirmed as the next head coach of the Michigan Spartans, many want to know his relationship status.
Smith is married to Candice Huddle. The couple tied the knot in 2002. They have three kids, Robert, Bella and Charles.
Who is Jonathan Smith's wife, Candice Huddle?
Candice is reportedly an important confidant for her husband and was one of the few people he confided in when making the decision to join Oregon State and now Michigan State.
Smith was born in Pasadena, California, and graduated from high school in 1997. He earned his bachelor's degree in liberal studies from Oregon State in December 2001.
He was named Oregon State head coach in 2017 and led the Pac-12 side to an 8-4 record this season.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller welcomed the coach and his family:
"Today is an exciting day for Michigan State as we welcome Jonathan Smith, wife Candice, and children Robert, Bella and Charles to our Spartan family.
"Jonathan has a proven track record of success, building the Oregon State program from the ground up by implementing a plan resulting in sustained historic success for the Beavers. He's been a part of championship staffs, coached in the College Football Playoff, and understands what's required to be successful at the highest level, learning from some of the game's most successful coaches."
Jonathan Smith's record with the Oregon State Beavers
Smith leaves the Beavers with a 34-35 record. While the 2023 season was successful, his best was the 2022 campaign in which his team posted a 10-3 record. That was the only season where the Beavers achieved double-digit wins under him.
in the last three seasons, they achieved winning records and won the 2022 Las Vegas Bowl after losing the 2021 LA Bowl. In 2020, they ended with the No. 17 spot in the AP poll.
The blemish on his record is the first three losing seasons between 2018 and 2020.