"Coach Smith has been with us for over twenty years and has been a valued member of our staff. We are sorry to see him leave but appreciate that Army is a wonderful opportunity for him and his family. He will be closer to his and his wife's family and have the opportunity to build on a tremendous history at West Point. Coach Smith is very torn about leaving particularly at this time of the year. This speaks to his tremendous character and loyalty. For those of us involved in collegiate sport know, the only constant is change. Coach Smith will do a fine job at Army. They have hired a wonderful person and coach."