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Williamstown football coach Terry Smith resigns after 16 seasons

WILLIAMSTOWN, W.Va. — After 16 years as head coach of Williamstown’s football program, Terry Smith has resigned.

Smith announced his decision Tuesday night after amassing a career record of 164-41 with the Yellowjackets.

“I’ve been coaching so I have to make sure I’m around all the time,” Smith said. “It usually keeps me tied down in the fall. Just wanted a little more free time.”

Smith recently helped guide WHS to a 10-3 season and Class A semifinal appearance. The Yellowjackets won playoff games against Tug Valley and Greenbrier West before being eliminated by Doddridge County.

Under Smith, Williamstown reached the playoffs all 16 seasons and finished with a winning record 15 times.

“My favorite part is preparing, getting ready during the week and then the games kind of take care of themselves,” Smith said. “It’s fun trying to do different things and coming up with ideas.”

Smith’s teams at Williamstown reached the Super Six seven times and won Class A state championships in 2008 and 2014.

The Yellowjackets were runner-up from 2005-2007 and in 2011 and 2018.

“The kids at Williamstown, whatever we decide we want to do, the guys will try for sure,” Smith said. “The kids really work hard. I don’t think the parents put any restrictions on them, and the parents are into football, so the kids are too.”

Smith added he’s looking forward to spending more time with his family. He has a daughter that lives locally and a son in Birmingham, Ala.

“I have to mention that my wife has been very supportive of everything,” Smith said. “It’s been a great ride. The coaches are fun to be around and I’ve really enjoyed being there.”





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