Kyle Bennett (born 9 September 1990) is an English footballer who plays as a midfielder for Shifnal Town.
[14] Bennett made his Doncaster Rovers debut, in the opening game of the season, coming on as a substitute for Ryan Mason in the 75th minute, in a 2–1 loss against Brighton & Hove Albion.
[17] Sky Sports reporter was impressed with his performance, quoting: "Kyle Bennett's introduction added pace and purpose to Donny's perspiration and the youngster deserved his clinical breakaway goal.
[29][30] Soon after, Bennett's poor performance against Bury on 2 February 2013 led the club's supporters criticising him, prompting Manager Brian Flynn to defend him.
[33] After spending the 2013–14 season on loan and making three appearances for Doncaster Rovers, Bennett made his return to the first team, coming on as a substitute for Harry Forrester, in the 90th minute, in a 3–0 win over Yeovil Town.
[39] Bennett then scored his first brace of the season, in a 3–2 loss against Sheffield United on 7 April 2015,[40] followed up the next game four days later against Rochdale.
Bennett felt that his days at Doncaster Rovers would be over if the takeover had failed and giving him a chance to play in the first team.
[47] The 2013–14 season saw Bennett have his playing time restricted at Doncaster Rovers and joined Crawley Town on a one-month loan deal on 25 October 2013.
[53] He made his debut four days later, and was sent off in the 25th minute after clashing with Neil Kilkenny in a 0–0 draw at home to Preston North End.
[58] On 8 August 2015 Kyle made his Portsmouth debut at home to Dagenham & Redbridge, scoring twice and assisting Gareth Evans before being substituted to a standing ovation by the Pompey fans.
[67] Bennett made his Swindon debut on 12 February in a 2–0 home victory over Forest Green Rovers, coming off of the bench in the 81 minute of the match.
[72] On 17 July, Bennett played for Notts County on trial and scored a goal in a 2–0 friendly victory over Coalville Town.
[74] Following a trial with Notts County, on 12 August 2021 Bennett joined his hometown side AFC Telford United of the National League North.
[76] On 7 January 2022, Bennett signed for Southern League Premier Division Central side Hednesford Town.
[78] On 14 February 2023, Bennett signed for fellow Southern League Premier Division Central side Stratford Town.
[82] In January 2025, Bennett revealed how his off-the-pitch struggles had affected him mentally whilst at Bristol Rovers as he went through a divorce and caring for his terminally ill father, who passed away in October 2021.