Ashley Smith began playing rugby union at the age of 11. In 2009 Medway Dragons RL were formed and he decided it was a great opportunity to give rugby league a try. After playing for a season and enjoying it more than union Smith was invited to attend Harlequins U16 trials where he was rewarded with a place in the U16 scholarship side. After a number of games he was then contracted for the U18s side and has now progressed into the U20s Broncos set up.
 

Outside of rugby he enjoys football and listening to all types of music.