Position: Central defender
Age: 21
Born: Stevenage (Sept 27, 1983)
Height: 6ft, 4in.
Weight: 13st, 1lbs.
Date signed: January 23, 2003
Signed from: Trainee
Contract: June 2009
City debut: v Derby A (April 5, 2003)

Season 2004/05 Appearances (max 41): 12 Goals: 0
Norwich City appearances: 20 Goals: 0

The strapping young defender made a big impression when he broke into the first team last season, and provided one of the bright spots in an otherwise gloomy season. Strong in the challenge, he appeared to make the step up into the senior side effortlessly and will look to continue his footballing education in the Championship.

Never got a look-in early on, but took his opportunity with both hands when it was presented to him. Turned in a series of solid displays in the centre of City's defence, even though his formidable physical presence failed to halt the tide of goals flowing past Robert Green.

Verdict: If he can cope with the likes of Alan Shearer, Didier Drogba and Alan Smith he should certainly feel at home in the Championship. Won't be taking anything for granted, though, because this young man's feet are firmly in the ground.

OFF DUTY (2004):

Marital status: Single.
Children: None.
Home: I’m still living in digs at Cringleford.

Current car: Renault Clio.
First car: That is my first car!

How do you relax away from football?: I’ll watch the telly at home or maybe go out with my girlfriend. All the lads work very hard in training and out on the pitch so it’s important to relax a bit when you get the chance.

Favourite other sports to play: Golf and snooker. I used to play golf a lot when I was younger and got my handicap quite low but I’ve not played much since I’ve been up here. Now I’d probably play off 16 or something like that. As far as snooker is concerned, well my highest break is about 20. That tells you all you need to know!
Favourite other sport to watch: I just like watching football, to be honest.
Favourite holiday destination: Gran Canaria.
Favourite television programme: Friends.
Favourite film: Gladiator.
Favourite restaurant/eating place: The Village Inn at Little Melton.
Recommended listening: I’m not a great music fan and I tend to stick to the compilation CDs. As far as a style of music is concerned, I’d say R&B is my favourite.

Best thing about living in Norfolk: It’s a nice relaxed pace of life up here. I live in a nice place and home (Stevenage) is less than two hours away so I certainly can’t complain.
Worst thing about living in Norfolk: I can’t think of one.

First result you look out for: Arsenal.
First team you played for: Symons Green in Stevenage.

What would you have done for a living if you hadn’t made the grade?: To be honest I haven’t got a clue. I always had my sights set on becoming a pro.
What would you like to do when your playing days are over?: That’s hopefully a long way off but I’d like to stay in the game, perhaps in a coaching role.