 He remained at the club for a further five seasons, eventually leaving in 2001. making a total of 222 appearances and scoring 70 goals, which was a ratio of almost a goal every three matches.On 7 August 2002, John Newsome, manager of Southern League Division One West side Gresley Rovers signed Smith.He made his debut on 17 August 2002 against Evesham United, and went on to make 26 appearances for the club, finding the net on seven occasions, before leaving the club on 25 January 2003.