sentences:  Nicknamed "Lofty" for his booming kicks upfield, Parkes joined Wolves in 1962 straight from school and turned professional two years later.After several years in the reserve league, he made his first-team debut on 19 November 1966, saving a penalty in a 3–2 win over Preston North End.For the following nine seasons, Parkes missed few Wolves games and — over the 1971–72 and 1972–73 seasons — appeared in 127 consecutive league matches, breaking Noel George's club record.