 His other previous clubs include Barnsley and Macclesfield Town.A former Republic of Ireland youth international, he was signed by Stanley prior to the start of the 2005-06 season after creating a superb impression in the pre season games.He started his career as a trainee at Barnsley and on his release in 2001, he was signed by Macclesfield going on to make his debut towards the end of his first season.