Edison and Aquazot club swimmer Josh Smith has committed to UC Santa Barbara, his father, Brad, said in an e-mail Wednesday.

Smith finished third in the 100-yard backstroke (quick 49.93 seconds) last season at the CIF-SS Division 1 finals. He also touched ninth in the 100 free with a 45.95.

Smith is an excellent get for UC Santa Barbara. The 6-foot-4 senior is fast now and has the potential to get faster.

Smith also considered Biola, USC, Arizona State and Florida State.

Send recruiting notes on aquatics to Dan Albano at dalbano@ocregister.com

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