Ben Pollock (born 6 January 1998) is an English footballer who plays as a defender for club Spennymoor Town.
Career
Pollock spent his youth with Middlesbrough, Leeds United, and Newcastle United, before he signed his first professional contract with Hartlepool United in May 2016, following a successful trial spell. He made his senior debut in a 1–0 defeat to Sunderland U23 in an EFL Trophy group match at Victoria Park on 4 October 2016.
On 27 July 2017, Pollock scored for Grimsby Town in a 7–0 win against Winterton Rangers whilst on trial. During the same pre-season, Pollock also went on trial with Harrogate Town.
In July 2018, Pollock signed for Northern League Division Two club Billingham Synthonia after his father, Jamie, took over the club as chairman and manager. While at the club, Pollock made the transition from a defender to a centre midfielder.
On 4 October 2019, following 37 appearances for Billingham Synthonia, Pollock joined National League North side Hereford after his move to then EFL League Two side Bury fell through. He was made available for Hereford's FA Cup third qualifying round tie at Tamworth the following day. He won the club's Player of the Year award for the 2021–22 season. Pollock announced his departure from the club on 1 June 2022.
Pollock signed for Boston United on 7 June 2022.
On 20 June 2023, Pollock signed for Spennymoor Town.
Style of play
Pollock is a versatile footballer and can play centre back, right back and centre midfield.
Personal life
Ben's father, Jamie Pollock, is also a former professional footballer. His brother, Mattie Pollock, plays for Watford.