Jackson William Smith (born 14 October 2001) is an English professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Grimsby Town on loan from club Barnsley.
After playing for Wolverhampton Wanderers and Kettering Town, Smith moved on loan to Walsall in January 2023. The move was welcomed by Walsall's first-choice goalkeeper Owen Evans. He made his debut on 29 April 2023, appearing as a half-time substitute for the injured Evans, and his performance was praised by manager Mat Sadler.
He signed for Walsall on a permanent deal in July 2023. He won the 'Young Player of the Year' award in the 2023âÂÂ24 Walsall season after taking over from first choice goalkeeper Owen Evans.
On 9 July 2024, Smith signed for League One club Barnsley on a four-year deal, with the option for a further year, for an undisclosed fee.
On 1 October 2024, Smith signed for League Two side Grimsby Town on an initial emergency 7-day loan after the injury of both of Grimsby's senior goalkeepers. The loan was extended by another 7 days on 8 October 2024, and again on 15 October 2024, and 22 October 2024.
Jackson returned to Barnsley after his loan spell and on 25 February 2025 made his full debut in a 2âÂÂ1 win over Northampton Town.
On 10 October 2025, Smith joined National League club Rochdale on an emergency loan.
On 20 December 2025, Smith returned to League Two club Grimsby Town on a seven-day emergency loan. This was later extended for a further seven days. On 8 January, his loan was extended until the end of the season.
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