Fred was a player second to none: He seemed to be everywhere and yet with his build and size I don't know how he got there so quickly. I also used to marvel over the great stamina he had, combined with his speed.

Wherever there was trouble and danger brewed, you would find Fred Smollan. I must confess that I would rather have a player like Fred on my side than against me; and that is ultimately the test of any great player.