“Behind every successful man, there is a strong, supportive woman,” and this holds true for Georgia Bulldog’s head coach, Kirby Smart. His wife, Mary Beth Lycett Smart, is not just a supportive spouse but a formidable individual in her own right. Known for her athletic prowess and community involvement, Mary Beth plays a crucial role in Kirby Smart’s life and career. Kirby Smart and Mary Beth Lycett’s love story began at the University of Georgia, where both were standout athletes.

What Kirby was in football, Mary Beth was in basketball. The couple met in 2005 when the former was coaching as a defensive back at LSU while the latter was working at the UGA’s athletic association in the business office.

Smart’s wife: Mary Beth Lycett Smart

Mary Beth Lycett was born on the 23rd of December in the year 1975 in Montgomery, Alabama. She also played for the Morrow High School basketball team after moving to Morrow, Georgia, and was awarded as the Miss Georgia Basketball 1999. She also received a scholarship from UOG because of her skills. During her junior and senior years, Mary Beth was one of the most reliable players on her team and she started in as many as 51 of the 61 games and entered the list of the school’s all-time great 3-point shooters.

Following her sports, she pursued a finance degree, and afterward; she received her law degree from the University of Georgia School of Law. She has performed well academically and in sports and this reveals the effort she has put into it. Today, she is more centered on her family and the Kirby Smart Family Foundation, which is a non-profit organization with the objective of assisting children and families in need residing in their community and the state of Georgia.

The power couple

According to people, Kirby and Mary Beth Smart can be regarded as one of the most influential and powerful couples. They have three kids: Weston and Julia – twins, while the last born in the family was Andrew. However, even though both of them are rather busy with their own lives, the Smarts often attend children’s performances and observe their events.

Furthermore, Mary also has a very important role where she serves an important role in the Kirby Smart Family Foundation, which is mainly involved in philanthropic projects in society. In addition, the organization has also offered significant funding, for example, a $1 million donation to support social justice initiatives and help Georgia’s senior student-athletes in adverse times like the COVID-19 period. It is proof of her commitment to charity, which is clearly evident in all her efforts to make a change outside the field of sports.

Apart from her charitable work, Mary Beth still strongly enjoys sports. In 2014, she took part in the Chicago Marathon, displaying her dedication to both fitness and charitable endeavors. Her engagement in different sports and community events showcases her diverse nature and commitment to altruism.