TONY Smith says he is “relaxed and excited about his future” as he prepares for his final game in charge of Warrington Wolves.

After nine years and 302 games in charge at The Halliwell Jones Stadium, Smith will leave The Wire after today’s game against Hull KR.

On what is likely to be an emotional occasion as fans bid farewell to their long-serving coach as well as several players, Smith says any fears of anxiety within him “could not be further from the truth.”

However, while normally a cool customer in the face of emotion, the Australian admits he will feel sadness at leaving “a place he loves.”

“We are all quite relaxed about it, particularly myself and Simon,” he said.

“I think it is other people that expect me to be anxious, worried or upset but it couldn’t be further from the truth. I’m very relaxed about it and I’m excited about my future.

“I’ll have some sadness about leaving somewhere I’ve been a part of for the past nine years and a place I love.

“I’m honoured and proud to have coached this club and of what we’ve achieved, but there’s no reason to be upset or bitter.

“I’m going to leave here with fond memories and a lot of strong, decent relationships with people.”

Sunday’s victory over Featherstone Rovers was his 200th in charge of The Wire since joining the club part way through the 2009 season.

A win on Saturday would make it 10 victories in a row and equal the club’s record for consecutive wins, a mark they achieved under Smith in 2014.