John Smith (24 April 1936 – 23 May 2008)[2][3] was an English football player and manager from West Hartlepool.
As a forward and midfielder, he was noted for his effective passing and aerial ability.
[2] He played for Hartlepool United, Watford, Swindon Town, Brighton & Hove Albion, Notts County, Margate, and Ramsgate.
He became player-manager of Ramsgate in 1971, and later managed Bath City, Swindon Town's youth squad, and Margate.
[2] After retiring from managing, he ran a tea room and worked as a taxi driver in Thanet.