Graham Ward
Encyclopedia
Graham Ward is a professional footballer, currently playing for Conference North
side Worcester City
, where he plays as a Defender
.
in 2002, despite Ward being the Republic of Ireland
Under 20s captain, he failed to land himself a place in the first team.
With the club reaching the Premiership, Ward was released by manager Dave Jones.
just prior to the start of the 2003/04 season on a one-year contract, but Ward never really made the grade and was released at the end of the season.
During his time with Kidderminster Harriers
, Ward made 21 appearances, but failed to find the net during this time.
, Graham's time with the club again only lasted one season playing just 2 games. He spent the latter part on loan with Burton Albion
where he played 3 games and scored 1 goal.
, where he teamed up with former Cheltenham Town
team mate Bob Taylor
.
Ward was a highly respected at Tamworth
with his hard working displays in the centre of the midfield.
Many Tamworth fans will remember Ward for his opening goal in the FA Cup
1st round win over League Two side Bournemouth
, after the player latched onto a through ball and managed to lift it over the advancing Gareth Stewart
in the Bournemouth
goal.
after spending time with the club previously on loan.
Conference North
The Conference North also known as Blue Square Bet North for sponsorship reasons, is a division of the Football Conference in England, taking its place immediately below the Conference National. Along with Conference South it is at Step 2 of the National League System and the sixth overall tier of...
side Worcester City
Worcester City F.C.
Worcester City Football Club is an English football club based in Worcester, Worcestershire. The club are currently members of the Conference North and play at St George's Lane.-History:...
, where he plays as a Defender
Defender (football)
Within the sport of association football, a defender is an outfield player whose primary role is to prevent the opposition from attacking....
.
Playing career
Graham played his youth football with St Josephs Boys AFC football club based in south Dublin.Wolverhampton Wanderers
Graham began his career as a trainee with Wolverhampton WanderersWolverhampton Wanderers F.C.
Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club is an English professional association football club that represents the city of Wolverhampton in the West Midlands region. They are members of the Premier League, the highest level of English football. The club was founded in 1877 and since 1889 has played at...
in 2002, despite Ward being the Republic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland national football team
The Republic of Ireland national football team represents Ireland in association football. It is run by the Football Association of Ireland and currently plays home fixtures at Aviva Stadium in Dublin, which opened in May 2010....
Under 20s captain, he failed to land himself a place in the first team.
With the club reaching the Premiership, Ward was released by manager Dave Jones.
Kidderminster Harriers
Graham moved to Kidderminster HarriersKidderminster Harriers F.C.
Kidderminster Harriers F.C. are an English football club based in Kidderminster, Worcestershire formed in 1886 They currently play in the Conference National and have played at Aggborough Stadium since they were formed...
just prior to the start of the 2003/04 season on a one-year contract, but Ward never really made the grade and was released at the end of the season.
During his time with Kidderminster Harriers
Kidderminster Harriers F.C.
Kidderminster Harriers F.C. are an English football club based in Kidderminster, Worcestershire formed in 1886 They currently play in the Conference National and have played at Aggborough Stadium since they were formed...
, Ward made 21 appearances, but failed to find the net during this time.
Cheltenham Town
On August 1, 2004 Ward joined Cheltenham TownCheltenham Town F.C.
Cheltenham Town Football Club is an English football club playing in League Two, the fourth tier of English football. Founded in 1887, the team has played at four different grounds, namely Agg-Gardner's Recreation Ground, Carter's Field and now the Abbey Business Stadium, although it is more...
, Graham's time with the club again only lasted one season playing just 2 games. He spent the latter part on loan with Burton Albion
Burton Albion F.C.
Burton Albion Football Club are a professional English football club based in the town of Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire. The club's home ground is the Pirelli Stadium, having moved from Eton Park in 2005...
where he played 3 games and scored 1 goal.
Tamworth
On May 13, 2005 Ward joined Nationwide Conference outfit TamworthTamworth F.C.
Tamworth Football Club are an English semi-professional football club based in the town of Tamworth, Staffordshire. Nicknamed 'The Lambs', they are currently members of the Conference National, the fifth highest tier in the English league system....
, where he teamed up with former Cheltenham Town
Cheltenham Town F.C.
Cheltenham Town Football Club is an English football club playing in League Two, the fourth tier of English football. Founded in 1887, the team has played at four different grounds, namely Agg-Gardner's Recreation Ground, Carter's Field and now the Abbey Business Stadium, although it is more...
team mate Bob Taylor
Bob Taylor (footballer)
Robert Taylor , better known as Bob Taylor, is an English former footballer who played as a centre forward. Known by supporters as Super Bobby Taylor, Superbob or simply Super, Taylor scored more than 250 goals in a professional career that comprised almost 750 games in 20 years...
.
Ward was a highly respected at Tamworth
Tamworth F.C.
Tamworth Football Club are an English semi-professional football club based in the town of Tamworth, Staffordshire. Nicknamed 'The Lambs', they are currently members of the Conference National, the fifth highest tier in the English league system....
with his hard working displays in the centre of the midfield.
Many Tamworth fans will remember Ward for his opening goal in the FA Cup
FA Cup
The Football Association Challenge Cup, commonly known as the FA Cup, is a knockout cup competition in English football and is the oldest association football competition in the world. The "FA Cup" is run by and named after The Football Association and usually refers to the English men's...
1st round win over League Two side Bournemouth
A.F.C. Bournemouth
A.F.C. Bournemouth is an English football club currently playing in Football League One. The club plays at Dean Court in Kings Park, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset and have been in existence since 1899....
, after the player latched onto a through ball and managed to lift it over the advancing Gareth Stewart
Gareth Stewart
Gareth John Stewart is an English former professional footballer who is a goalkeeper coach at League One side Yeovil Town.-Football career:...
in the Bournemouth
A.F.C. Bournemouth
A.F.C. Bournemouth is an English football club currently playing in Football League One. The club plays at Dean Court in Kings Park, Boscombe, Bournemouth, Dorset and have been in existence since 1899....
goal.
Worcester City
On November 27, 2006, Ward joined Worcester CityWorcester City F.C.
Worcester City Football Club is an English football club based in Worcester, Worcestershire. The club are currently members of the Conference North and play at St George's Lane.-History:...
after spending time with the club previously on loan.