(Previous Joint manager and previously goalkeeper) Ray
holds the record for the
most appearances for Emley. Played in the FA Vase
Final at Wembley against
Colne Dynamoes in 1988.
Previously joint manager of the reserve side
with Nicky Bramald, he became first
team coach in the summer of 2003 and
became joint 1st team manager when Ian Banks resigned in October 2003. Resigned after losing to Clitheroe in FA
Cup tie
in September 2004 and is now back at the Welfare Ground with AFC
Emley.
Over 300 appearances for Chesterfield and
former Derbyshire Wicket-keeper,
Marps had his professional career ended by
a badly broken leg. Joined Emley in
1996 and has shown himself to be a fine
shot stopper, especially penalties, and
excellent at one-on ones.
Left at
the end of the 1997-98 season to join Matlock Town.
John Dysart (Midfield)
Also in his second spell with the club, John is very quick and willing, and
will
surely get more of a chance soon. Rejoined in the middle of the 97-98 season and
has
only had limited opportunities so far.
Left at the end of the 1997-98 season.
Michael Midwood (Forward)
Strong and skillful forward, with a fierce shot, Michael arrived near the end
of the 97-98 season and scored a hat-trick in his third game. Has a fine pedigree,
having played for Huddersfield Town at the start of thet season. Left at the end of
the 1997-98
season to go to Hong Kong.
Linton Brown (Forward)
Another newcomer at the end of the 97-98 season, Linton had a long and
successful spell with Swansea City, as well as spells with Halifax Town and Hull
City.
Left at the end of the 1997-98 season to join Gainsborough Trinity.
Matthew Johnson
(Right Back)
In his second spell with the club, Matthew found it difficult to get into
the side in
front of the almost ever present Nicholson.
Left at the end of the 1997-98
season.
Injury limited Gary's appearances for Emley, but scored one of the clubs most
important goals when coming on as sub to take the Morecambe Replay in the
1997-98 FA Cup run to penalties. Also a witty and incomprehensible Geordie, he left during the 1998-99 season.
Started at the top, making four appearances for Manchester United, scoring on his debut, before injury pushed him to the back of a very competitive queue. Deiniol then did the rounds of various lower league clubs before arriving at Emley and rekindling his appetite for the game. Scored 27 goals in his first season,
and has skill in abundance. His partners do very well out of the space and
chances he creates. Was also a Welsh Under 21 international.
Left at the end of the 1997-98 season to join Colwyn Bay.
Signed during the 1997-98 season and the brother of Chris, Glynn made an
immediate impact with his speed and skill. He played a vital role in the clubs FA Cup run that season, scoring several important goals. He was signed by Ayr Untied soon after the cup run ended for £30,000. This turned out to be a bargain as Glynn went on to become the Scottish First Division Clubs leading scorer in 1998-99.
'Banger' joined the club in 1995 having played for Leicester City, Barnsley,
Huddersfield, Rotherham and Bradford among others in a long professional career.
Continued to show as much enthusiasm at Emley's level as he did as a pro, he is one of the most skillful players we've had at the club. His dead-ball skills,
shooting and passing could compare to any player at any level.
He retired at the end of the 1998-99 season to pursue his new career as a financial advisor.
Became manager in July 2003 when Ronnie Glavin moved to Barnsley to
become coach. However, players leaving and a poor financial situation in the
club meant younger players had to be recruited and following a very poor start to
the 2003-04 season
Banger resigned for personal reasons in October 2003 after only 17 games
in charge.
A fireman, formed a formidable partnership with Neil Lacey, his industry, strong
tackling and reading of the game are second to none. Also effective as an
emergency Centre-forward.
Left at the end of the 1999 season for Frickley Athletic.
Returned to the club early in the 1998-99 season after an unsuccessful spell at
Huddersfield Town. Gets many goals from midfield when supporting the forwards
especially in set-pieces. Sadly he could not regain his form prior to the move and left at the end of the 1999 season.
Signed after being released by Scunthorpe United.
Left to join Ossett Town early in the 99-2000 season.
Was a great prospect who commanded attention from various league clubs.
Deano came from Huddersfield League football in 1997. Had the confidence in
himself to make it in the professional game.
Left the club during the 1999-2000 season after failing to live up to his potential.
Signed in 1998 from Airdrieonians F.C. Started as an apprentice at Barnsley, before moving to Oldham and appearing in the 1990 League Cup Final against Nottingham Forest. After six years he moved to Dunfermline and played in a Scottish Cup Final against Hibernian. Moved to St Johnstone for 300,000 and had loan spells at Norwich and Bolton before his spell at Airdrie.
Coached Under 15s at Barnsley's Academy and left at end of 1999/2000 season to take a full-time coaching position at Barnsley
Signed in the 1999 close season from Frickley Athletic. Showed great quality in his one season with the club.
Left for Hednesford Town in the Conference at the end of the 1999-2000 season.
Vastly experienced defender, having played for Bradford, Sheffield Wednesday and Mansfield before joining the club in 1999.
Left at the end of the 1999-2000 season to take up
the manager's position at
Gainsborough Trinity.
Another youngster, who Ronnie Glavin rated very highly. Injury spoiled his 1998-99 season, but he made a comeback in 1999-2000.
Then dropped down into local football and did very well at Meltham Athletic
A policeman by trade, he rarely let anything get past him. A lynch-pin of the
defence he dominated the area and got the occasional goal into the bargain. Left at the end of the 1999 season for Gainsbrough Trinity, and rejoined early in the
2000-01 season then left again.
Signed from Barnsley at the start of the 2000-2001 season. Had professional
experience when he was on loan at Carlisle United last season.
Joined Emley from local Huddersfield league side Netherton and made his debut in the 1991-92 season.. A key member of the Emley team for many years, including the great FA Cup run. Jonah left at the end of the 2000-01 season; retiring from semi pro football.
Made a few cameo appearances in both the 2001-02 and 2002-03 season
Former Lebanese international player now living in Bradford. Has had a trial with
Huddersfield Town and QPR. Left at the beginning of the 2001-02 season to join
Bradford PA. Subsequently played for Droylsden and returned on loan to Emley
towards the end of the 2002-03 season.
Moved on to play with Eastwood Town in the Northern Counties East League.
First joined Emley in 1998-99 season and a lot was expected of a played that had been released by Huddersfield Town. Steve played six league games in 1997-98.
Unfortunately last season he gave up playing altogether. Still only 21 he returned to the club during the 2001-02 season but then moved onto Ashton United in the middle of the 2002-03 season
In his second spell at Emley, rejoining them February 2000 from Garforth Town, the club he was signed from in 1998/99. That season he scored 12 goals for Emley after scoring 20 for Garforth.
Combative midfielder who joined Emley in the summer of 1999 from Ossett Albion.
Departed during the summer of 2003 to join Ashton United but returned for a brief spell in 2003/04 before moving on to Garforth Town.
Returned for a 3rd spell with the club at start of 2004/05 but left to work in the USA in October 2004
Captain for his last game before going to work in the USA. Emley won 3 - 1 at
Bishop Auckland
Very experienced Midfield or Forward Player with over 400 Football League
appearances to his name. Signed For Emley in July 2004 From Bradford Park
Avenue. Started with Chester and then had spells with Maidstone United, Burnley, Darlington, Rochdale and Halifax. Also Played for Ossett Town.
Left club in October 2004
Central defender who is in his second spell at the club. First signed for Emley in
the summer of 2001 from Garforth Town. Played 2 seasons before moving on to
Farsley Celtic in the summer of 2003.
Rejoined Emley in August 2004 but left again after only a few games.
Originally started out as a goalkeeper with Barnsley.
Signed during the summer of 2000 from Frickley Athletic where he spent several
seasons, broken by a spell at Ossett Town. Gary was Frickley's player of the year in 1999 and was their top scorer in 1995-96 despite playing at full-back.Left
semi pro football at the end of season 2001-02 but subsequently moved back to
Frickley.
Returned to Emley in October 2004 but moved to play for AFC Barnsley in March
2005
Played 2 games in 2003/04 for the 1st Team. Primarily played in the Reserves and only played a few more games in 2004/05
Remain with AFC Emley for 2005/06
Young defender who joined Emley in August 2004 from Ossett Albion. Good in the air and strong in the tackle. Prior to joining Ossett Albion he was a trainee
at Halifax Town.
Left in February 2005 to rejoin Ossett Albion
A central defender who can also play in midfield. Stepped up from local football to join Bradford Park Avenue In 2000. After 3 years Phil departed to sign for
Frickley Athletic in the summer of 2003. Joined Emley in October 2004 after just
one season at Frickley.
Left in February 2005 to rejoin Frickley
A right sided midfielder who arrived at Emley in October 2004 after a short spell at Harrogate Town for whom he joined In September 2004. Started out at Doncaster Rovers and has also played For Gainsborough Trinity.
Able to play on either side, and willing to take on any defence, Jelly provided
moments of skill to savour forever. The sort of player that gave even the most solid defence the shakes, he came in for a lot of late tackles, often having two
men on him at a time. Not that this usually stopped him. Got his fair share of
goals too in his first stint at the club.
'Jelly' left late 1998 to join Ayr United for a reported £60,000 transfer fee.
Came back at the start of the 2001-02 season but moved to Droylsden in the
summer of 2003 and subsequently moved onto Altrincham.
Had an illustrious professional career, winning the Scottish League Cup with
Partick Thistle, against all the odds against Celtic in 1971-72, then Championships and the the Scottish FA Cup with Celtic, before moving to
Barnsley, and becoming a hero to the locals there. He also won an International
Cap for Scotland. Finished his career with Stockport County after a spell in
Portugal and also spent a time as Youth Team Coach at Oakwell. Made a
successful second career for himself, working for Nike.
Started his managerial career with Frickley Athletic, before taking over at Emley in November 1994. Transformed the Club's fortunes, the undoubted highlight
being the FA Cup run of 1997-98 which was only ended by Premiership West
Ham.
Left to become coach at Barnsley in the summer of 2003
Joined Emley at the beginning of 1999, he was signed from Denaby United where he was their leading scorer. Did very well in his first season at the club
adapting well to the higher level.
Had a third spell at Emley, after rejoining them from Droylsden. A former
Accrington Stanley and Altrincham player
Young defender. Was at Emley for several years graduating from their junior sides. and was expected to become a regular member of the Emley first team squad.- but never really made the grade
Joined from Frickley. Turning into a useful versatile player. But moved to Bedford Town when he moved job to Peterborough
Replaced Jonah at left full back during the 2000-01 season and full established
himself in that position. Joined Bradford PA in the summer of 2003
Much travelled, aggressive forward. Joined at the beginning of the 2001-02 season
and quickly established himself in the side.
Left club at the end of 2001-02 season
Quick, with a good cross, Rory was in and out of the side after joining
in the summer of 2000.
Left club after a contested substitution in FA Cup game against Doncaster Rovers
in 2001-02
(Striker) Signed summer 2003. Was a junior at Leeds United where he was a
midfielder. Season 2002-03 moved up front and was top scorer in Northern
Counties East League for Pontefract Collieries. Scored his only competitive goal
for Emley at Barrow then moved to Ossett Town in October 2003
