Mentor, Leader, Polygraph, Athlete, and a children’s advocate: Captain Verbal Smiley is from the small town of Beulaville, Alabama. He grew up in a close-knit community; it was his village. As a young boy, he excelled in soccer. Years later, after playing three years of college soccer, Verbal decided to join the military. He enlisted in the Army. Follow along to see what Captain Smiley does next!