Tommy Smith (footballer, born 2001)

Thomas Ryan Smith is an English professional footballer who plays as a left back for Needham Market.

Ipswich Town
Smith joined Ipswich Town's academy aged 8. He made his first-team debut for the club on 4 December 2019, appearing as a second-half substitute in a 1–1 away draw with Peterborough United in an EFL Trophy second round match, which Ipswich went on to win 6-5 on penalties.

In November 2019, Smith joined Isthmian League Division One North side Bury Town on loan. He made 19 appearances for his hometown club before returning to parent club Ipswich Town.

While on loan at Bury Town, Smith signed his first professional contract with Ipswich Town on 25 February 2020.

Smith started the 2021/22 season on loan at Southern Premier Central side Lowestoft Town, making 13 appearances. He finished the season at Isthmian League Division One North side Stowmarket Town, where he made a further 8 appearances.

Stowmarket Town
At the end of that season, Smith was released by Ipswich Town. On 16 June 2022, Smith returned to Stowmarket Town on a permanent deal. Smith made 44 appearances in the 2022/23 season.

Needham Market
On 3 June 2023, Smith joined Southern Premier Central side Needham Market. He made 49 appearances in the 2023/24 season as Needham Market were crowned champions and promoted to the National League North for the first time in their history.