End of Playing Career & Early Coaching
On 26 September 1949, he joined Ipswich Town where he made 8 league appearances and became the club’s assistant manager and coach until his resignation in January 1950. This signalled the start of his own managerial career. He moved to Chelmsford City in August 1950, then Redhill in July 1951, and Eastbourne United from 1952–55. This was a successful period for the club as, under Smith's guidance, they were twice County League champions, and runners-up once between 1953 and 1956.
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