LEADING rugby league coach Tony Smith will be the guest for a question and answer session at Bacup and Rossendale Borough Football Club on Monday.

The club recently hosted an event with former Manchester City boss Joe Royle and now Smith has agreed to visit to talk about his experiences in sport.

The 47-year-old Australian is currently coach of Super League side Warrington Wolves and also enjoyed great success with Leeds Rhinos, as well as taking charge of the Great Britain and England national teams.

Smith coaches on UEFA’s A football licence qualification and has worked with figures such as Roy Keane and Stuart Pearce.

The evening will be hosted by Peter Smith of Sky Sports and proceeds will go to the Mashed Youth Charity.

Corporate tables of four are available at £70 including supper, with additional tickets priced at £15. Standard tickets, not including supper, cost £10.

Anyone interested should contact manager@barbfc.co.uk.