Long-serving star takes charge of AFC Telford United Women ahead of new season

AFC Telford United have appointed Jenna Smith as the new manager of their women’s team ahead of the new season.

Smith will take on a player-manager role as the club looks to become “more competitive” and “push to new heights” in the coming campaign.

The midfielder has made more than 100 appearances for the Bucks since joining in 2017 and has also served as vice-captain.

Telford said Smith has shown “consistent commitment, professionalism and leadership” throughout her time at the club, qualities which led to her appointment.

The club added that her understanding of the Bucks and her experience on the pitch “positions her strongly to guide the team forward”.

Following her appointment, Smith said: “I am extremely proud to step into the role of player-manager at a club that has been such an important part of my life.

“Over the past nine years, I have developed both as a player and as a person, and it is a great honour to now take on this responsibility.

“I am fully committed to giving everything to this role and to the players. My focus is on creating an environment where we can continue to develop, improve, and achieve success together.”