We’re delighted to confirm the signing of central defender Ben Jackson!
The 21-year-old has been a trialist for the Shots this pre-season and has done enough to impress Tommy Widdrington in the fixtures he played a part in and in training.
Jackson joins the Shots after leaving Brighton & Hove Albion in the summer where he spent five years progressing through their youth sides.
He spent last season on loan with Livingston and Queen’s Park in the Scottish Championship.
On Jackson’s signing, Tommy Widdrington said: “Ben is a lad who was recently released by Brighton.
With our recent record of recruiting young defenders from developmental football, and having spoke to people who’d worked with Ben, we felt he could well be a good fit.”
“Having put himself in the group the day before the Billericay game, he has shown confidence and sound basics in the central defensive role we were looking to add.”
“I’m really pleased he’s joined The Shots and I’m sure the red and blue army will get behind him as we look forward to the new campaign.”
Welcome to the Shots, Ben!
