 He went on to captain Boston to the Conference title and promotion to the Football League in 2001–02, and remained with the club until 2008.He was loaned to Chester City in February 2006 for the remainder of the season, but was recalled a month later because of injuries among Boston defenders.After seven years with Boston, during which time he played 275 games in all competitions, and, according to the club's website, "endeared himself to the club's supporters with a never-say-die attitude", he moved on to Alfreton Town, but re-signed for Boston United on loan in March 2009.