William F. Smith (American football)

William F. Smith was an American football player and coach. He played college football at Washington & Jefferson College, where he was a prominent end. He later served as the head football coach at West Virginia University from 1921 to 1924. During his tenure at West Virginia, he compiled a record of 17–14–2. Smith is also credited with contributing to the development of football strategy and techniques during his era. Specific details of his playing career and contributions to the game are somewhat limited, however, historical records confirm his position as a coach at West Virginia University.