As he became an established figure at the Deva Stadium, he was voted the Chester City's player of the season for 2007–08. He was named the official captain after a contract dispute involving fellow defender Paul Butler, a role he maintained during the 2008–09 campaign.
He gained recognition at Deva Stadium and was elected Chester City's player of the year for the 2007-2008 season. Following a contract dispute with fellow defender Paul Butler, he became the official captain, a position he held throughout the 2008-2009 season.