Nick Richardson

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Template:Short description Template:Use dmy dates Template:Use British English Template:Infobox football biography Nicholas John Richardson (born 11 April 1967) is a former English professional footballer, who played in the Football League between the 1980s and 2000s.[1]

Halifax and Cardiff

Born in Halifax, Yorkshire, Richardson began his career playing non-league football for Emley before joining Halifax Town in 1988.[2] He quickly established himself in the side and was a regular for three and a half seasons before signing for Cardiff City for £35,000.[2] During his first season he won both a Division Three title and a Welsh Cup winners medal, after the Bluebirds beat Rhyl 5–0 in the final.[3]

He had loan spells at Wrexham and Chester City,[2]

Bury and Chester

He left to join Bury in 1995 where he spent just one month before moving permanently to Chester City for £40,000.[2]

Later career

Richardson returned to The Football League with York City for a year before joining Harrogate Town.[2] After 9 years as a qualified Computing and IT teacher he now runs a business AIM-FOR along with his brother Lee also a former professional footballer.

Personal life

Nick's younger brother Lee was also a footballer and played alongside him during his time at Halifax.[4]

References

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