Full name Ian Ormondroyd 1985–1989 Bradford City 1984–1985 Thackley Height 1.96 m | Years Team Role Footballer Place of birth Bradford, England Name Ian Ormondroyd | |
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Date of birth (1964-09-22) 22 September 1964 (age 51) | ||
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Ian Ormondroyd (born 22 September 1964 in Bradford, Yorkshire) is an English retired footballer. Ormondroyd became famous for his height and build, similar manner to that of Peter Crouch.
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Club career
Ormondroyd played for Bradford City, Oldham Athletic, Aston Villa, Derby County, Leicester City, Hull City and Scunthorpe United. He was Leicester's record signing in 1992 when he joined from Derby for £350,000.
At the age of 33, Ormondroyd retired from football due to arthritis in his left ankle.
Personal life
He returned to Bradford City as football in the community officer, and also works as a commentator and match day summariser for Bradford City games with Pulse Radio.
His son, Jack, plays rugby league for the Leeds Rhinos in the Super League.
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