1966-68: Striker, left back, right back for Burton Albion.

1968-71:Signed as a professional by Mansfield Town. Unluckily, a knee injury and failing sight ended my playing career at this stage. 

1972-73:Studied for FA coaching badge - Passed at third attempt. My eyesight gave me a bit of grief in the written exam. Enthusiasm and perseverance saw me thru' and become my watch words.

1974-75:Coached on backroom staff in lower leagues - Halifax, Rochdale. Miserable time.

1975-78:Got first management job in Norwegian 2nd division with Vard Haugesund. Three good seasons.

1978-79:Joined My Paa coaching staff in Finland as second in command.

1979-90:Became frustrated in the Finnish top flight and accepted managerial role for World Cup 1982 qualifying stages in Oceania Groups with Vanuatu. Restricted Aussies to double figures in first game. I liked the lifestyle so I stayed on as manager for next two qualifying tournaments.

1990-94:Became manager for Laos for 1994 qualifiers.

1994:Retirement. 

2002:Tempted out of retirement by big money contract with Evening Echo