Ernie Smith (American football coach)

Ernie Smith was an American football coach who primarily worked at the collegiate level. He is best known for his tenure as the head football coach at East Carolina University from 1949 to 1951.

Smith's coaching record at East Carolina was 12 wins, 15 losses, and 2 ties. Prior to his role at East Carolina, information about his early coaching career is limited but may include positions at smaller institutions or as an assistant coach. After leaving East Carolina, further details about his career path are not readily available in standard sports archives or databases. Consequently, a complete picture of his overall coaching career remains incomplete.