The young footballer was unable to attend the ceremony due to AZ’s preparation for tonight’s European match against the Polish Jagiellonia Białystok. That is why former AZ defender Ron Vlaar visited Smit to present him with the award.
“With his creativity and visible enjoyment of the game, he quickly conquers the hearts of football fans and connoisseurs,” the jury report said. According to the jury, Smit is one of the most promising football players in the Netherlands.