Joshua Jack Smith (born 17 September 2005) is an English professional footballer who plays as a defender for club Accrington Stanley.
Career Smith joined the Accrington Stanley academy in March 2022. On 8 October 2024, he made his senior debut in a 2–1 EFL Trophy defeat to Tranmere Rovers.
On 22 January 2025, Smith joined Northern Premier League Premier Division club Matlock Town on an initial one-month loan deal. On 12 April, he returned from injury to feature in a 4–0 victory over Hyde United, however his youth loan had ended by this point. As a result, the club were deducted three points which subsequently confirmed their relegation.
On 2 August 2025, Smith made his league debut in a 1–1 opening day draw with Gillingham. On 30 September 2025, he signed an improved two-year contract.
On 4 December 2025, Smith joined National League North club Buxton on loan until 30 December.
Career statistics
+ Appearances and goals by club, season and competitionClubSeasonLeagueFA CupLeague CupOtherTotalDivisionAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAppsGoalsAccrington Stanley2023–24League Two00000000002024–25 League Two00000010102025–26 League Two6000003090Total60000040100Newcastle Town (loan)2023–24 Northern Premier League West Division7000—0070Hyde United (loan)2024–25 Northern Premier League Premier Division4100—1051Matlock Town (loan)2024–25 Northern Premier League Premier Division13200—00132Career total303000050353
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