Benjamin James Smith (born 5 September 1986) is an English football goalkeeper who last played for Southport.
[5] On 29 July 2010, Smith joined League Two club Shrewsbury Town on a two-year contract after a successful trial period.
[6] In May 2012, Smith was released by the club following their promotion to Football League One, having lost his place earlier in the season to Chris Neal.
[7] On 10 August 2012 it was announced that Smith had signed with League Two club Rochdale on non-contract terms to act as cover to first choice goalkeeper Josh Lillis.
However, during his second start for the club, he suffered a torn groin muscle against Newport County, which ruled him out for the remainder of the season.