He went to Boone as a freshman then transferred to Hampton after playing with Boone during the summer between his 9th and 10th grade year. He was recruited by McClain and the Hampton assistant at the sports complex. Valentine and his dad was not happy because Boone coach would not allow him to play where they wanted him to play and that was the guard position. So they transferred to Hampton. That's the truth behind the situation. They moved to Hampton and are completely legal as far as TSSAA goes. But it is a move that has cost a loss of respect for Smith and Hampton Basketball in our area from most of the coaches, fans, and even a few of the Hampton folks.