Career
Previously played for the Canberra Cavalry of the American Basketball League (Australian Baseball League). After returning to the United States after the 2010-2011 American Basketball League Season, Schmidt began training with Competitive Edge Sports in Duluth, Georgia with several MLB players. Afterward, Schmidt garnered invited workouts with the Boston Red Sox, Kansas City Royals, and Colorado Rockies.
After not signing a contract for the 2012 MLB Season, Schmidt has since been working in the marketing and advertising industry in Atlanta, Georgia.
Schmidt originally from Atlanta, Georgia holds a degree with honors in Political Science and History from The University Oregon.