Ben

COKER

An experienced left-sided defender who was a key component in Barnet’s dominance of the National League over the past two seasons. He has more than 400 senior appearances to his name and was also part of the Southend United side that earned promotion to League One. 

A former Northampton Town youth, Coker came to the notice of Colchester United after winning promotion with Bury Town. 

He spent three years there and had  six years with Southend. Following spells with Stevenage and Solihull Moors, Coker arrived at The Hive in 2023 and made 65 appearances across his two seasons there, winning the National League title in 2024/25.