Smith overcomes genetic heart defect in senior year

Brenden Smith went through a time of medica hardship when he could not do his passion — play basketball. Now he has recovered and can take part in his passion.

He started his medical journey in June of 2021. He and his mother, Jennifer Smith, recall that as a very concerning time.

“Brenden was born with a heart defect; he had a bicuspid Nordic Valve instead of tricuspid,” said his mother. “When he w…