Colchester United Mourns the Loss of Double-Winner Nicky Smith
Colchester United pay tribute to double-winner Smith
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Colchester United has paid tribute to former midfielder Nicky Smith, who passed away at the age of 57. Smith, a key player in the club's 1992 Conference title-FA Trophy double, also had a notable career in non-league football and served as a police officer.
- 01Nicky Smith, former midfielder for Colchester United, died at 57.
- 02He played a crucial role in the club's 1992 Conference title-FA Trophy double.
- 03Smith scored 12 goals in 157 appearances for Colchester United.
- 04He also had a successful non-league career, playing for Sudbury Town and Braintree Town.
- 05Smith was remembered fondly by both Colchester United and Braintree Town for his contributions and character.
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Colchester United is mourning the loss of Nicky Smith, a former midfielder who passed away at the age of 57. Smith began his career at Southend United before joining Colchester in 1990. He was instrumental in the club's achievement of a Conference title and FA Trophy double in 1992. Over his career, he made 157 appearances for the U's, scoring 12 goals, including one in the FA Trophy final at Wembley. After a stint at Northampton Town, Smith transitioned to a career as a police officer while continuing to play non-league football for clubs like Sudbury Town, where he notably helped the team reach the second round of the FA Cup in 1996. He also had management roles with AFC Sudbury and Saffron Walden. Both Colchester United and Braintree Town have expressed their condolences, highlighting Smith's impact on and off the field.
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Nicky Smith's passing has left a significant emotional impact on the Colchester United community and local football clubs, as he was well-loved for his contributions both on and off the field.
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