Swans Post War

IAN CALLAGHAN
Former England international midfielder Ian Callaghan was an experienced figure in SwanseaCity's 1978-79 promotion campaign. He made a record 640 League appearances for Liverpool, starring in five League Championship successes, two FA Cup final triumphs and also helping to win the European Cup and UEFA Cup. He was Footballer of the Year in 1974 and awarded the MBE, reuniting with John Toshack at the Vetch Field in September 1978. Scoring once in 76 League outings for Swansea, he had spells with Cork Hibernians and Soudifiord before joining Crewe in October 1981, then ran the Hesketh pub in Rufford.

DANNY CANNING
Welsh goalkeeper Danny Canning helped Swansea clinch the Third Division (South) title in 1948-49. Initially with Abercynon, he joined Cardiff City in July 1945 and featured prominently in their 1946-47 Third Division (South) title triumph. He moved to Swansea for £3,000 in January 1949 and contested a first-team slot with Jack Parry, making 47 League appearances before being sold to Nottingham Forest for £2,000 in July 1951. Later with Great Yarmouth, Newport County and Abergavenny, he worked at Penrhiwceiber Colliery, then for Cardiff Lathe Tools, BOAC and AB Electronics. Now living in Kilgetty.

DAVE CARVER
Experienced right-back Dave Carver had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 1972-73 season. Signing professional for Rotherham United in January 1962, he moved to Cardiff City for £11,000 in January 1966 and helped them reach the ECWC semi-finals in 1967-68. He featured in four successive Welsh Cup final triumphs and was loaned to Swansea in January 1973, making three League appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. Joining Hereford United in August 1973, he had a loan spell with Doncaster, then played for Retford. He spent 24 years as a licensee in Cambridge and Norwich and now lives in Winterton-on-Sea.

RYAN CASEY
Republic of Ireland U-21 winger Ryan Casey featured in SwanseaCity's 1999-2000 Third Division title campaign. A former trainee at the Vetch Field, he made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at Leyton Orient seven months before signing professional in May 1997. He regularly featured as a substitute but was unlucky with injuries. Able to deliver quality crosses from the left flank, he returned from a loan spell at Merthyr Tydfil to score twice in 62 League games for Swansea before reuniting with Tony Bird at Irish side St Patrick's in August 2002. Later with Cork City, he moved to Galway United in February 2004.

BRIAN CASH
Republic of Ireland U-21 winger Brian Cash had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 2002-03 season. A former Nottingham Forest trainee, he signed professional in December 1999 and was given his League debut in their 3-1 victory at Stockport County in February 2002. He had few opportunities at the City Ground and was loaned to Swansea in October 2002, making five Third Division appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. Following a similar loan period at Rochdale, he briefly joined Bristol Rovers on a non-contract basis in December 2004, then played for Hearts and moved to Derry City in February 2005.

PAUL CHALMERS
Ex-Scotland Youth striker Paul Chalmers featured in SwanseaCity's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. The son of former Celtic legend Steve Chalmers, he signed professional for Celtic in October 1980 and had a loan spell with Bradford City before being sold to St Mirren for £20,000 in September 1986. He was twice leading marksman and was valued at £124,000 when he joined Swansea with John Hughes and Keith Walker in November 1989. Scoring 13 times in 58 League outings whilst at the Vetch Field, he joined Dunfermline Athletic in August 1992, then played for Hamilton Academicals, Ayr United and East Fife.

LEE CHAPMAN
Former England U-21 striker Lee Chapman ended his playing career with SwanseaCity. The son of Roy Chapman, he began with Stoke City and was twice top scorer prior to joining Arsenal for £500,000 in August 1982. He moved to Sunderland in December 1983, then played for Sheffield Wednesday, Niort and Nottingham Forest before moving to Leeds United in January 1990. Top scorer in their 1991-92 League Championship success, he had spells with Portsmouth, West Ham and Ipswich prior to joining Swansea in March 1996, netting four goals in seven League games until retiring. He now runs Teatro winebar in Soho.

LES CHAPPELL
Experienced midfielder Les Chappell starred in SwanseaCity's 1977-78 promotion success. Signing professional for Rotherham United in February 1965, he was leading marksman in 1966-67 and moved to Blackburn Rovers for £20,000 plus Alan Gilliver in May 1968. He joined Reading in July 1969 and was top scorer three times, moving to Doncaster Rovers in December 1974. Harry Griffiths signed him in July 1976 and he netted five goals in 67 League games for Swansea before becoming youth team coach. He later managed Farnborough and Basingstoke, then coached Torquay where he now has a cleaning business.

SHAUN CHAPPLE
Welsh U-21 midfielder Shaun Chapple featured in SwanseaCity's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1991 and made his League debut in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Fulham two months later. He also helped the Swans qualify for the promotion play-offs in 1992-93 and 1996-97, overcoming successive injury problems to score nine times in 106 League outings. Following loan spells with Barry Town and Merthyr Tydfil, he moved to Forest Green Rovers in December 1998, then played for Carmarthen Town and now works for the Post Office in Swansea.

JEREMY CHARLES
Versatile Welsh international Jeremy Charles (below) starred in SwanseaCity's thrilling rise under John Toshack. The son of former Swansea favourite Mel Charles, he signed professional at the Vetch Field in January 1977 and featured in several Welsh Cup final triumphs. Scoring 53 goals in 247 League games, he moved to QPR in November 1983. He joined Oxford United in February 1985 and helped to secure top-flight status that season, then win the Milk Cup in 1986. After injury ended his career, he coached Oxford United, then was football development officer at Swansea and Southampton. He now coaches at schools in Oxford.

MEL CHARLES
Versatile Welsh international Mel Charles was capped 21 times whilst at Swansea. The younger brother of John Charles, he signed professional for Swansea in May 1952 and played in two Welsh Cup finals, helping Wales to reach the World Cup quarter-finals in 1958. He netted 66 goals in 233 League games for the Swans before joining Arsenal for £42,750 plus Dave Dodson and Peter Davies in March 1959. Moving to Cardiff City for £28,500 in February 1962, he later played for Portmadoc, Port Vale and Haverfordwest. He had business interests in Swansea and still lives locally.

GIORGIO CHINAGLIA
Bustling centre-forward Giorgio Chinaglia was capped 14 times by Italy after leaving Swansea. The son of a Cardiff Italian restaurateur, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and made his League debut in Swansea's 0-0 draw at home to Portsmouth two months before turning professional in April 1965. He scored once in five Second Division games overall for the Swans prior to joining Italian side Massese in July 1966, moving via Inter Napoli to Lazio in July 1969 where he was top scorer in their 1973-74 Italian title triumph. Later starring as New York Cosmos won the NASL three times, he became Lazio's president.

GARY CHIVERS
Versatile defender Gary Chivers played for SwanseaCity during the 1983-84 campaign. Initially with Chelsea, he made his First Division debut in their 2-1 victory at home to Middlesbrough in April 1979 and featured in their 1981-82 FA Cup run. He moved to the Vetch Field in August 1983 and made ten Second Division appearances for Swansea before following Jeremy Charles to QPR in February 1984. He remained in the top-flight after joining Watford in September 1987, then helped Brighton clinch promotion that season. Later with Norwegian side Lyn, Bournemouth, Stamco and Worthing, he then became a chauffeur.

KEVIN CLARKE
Republic of Ireland international wing-half Kevin Clarke was a member of Swansea's 1948-49 Third Division (South) title squad. He represented the League of Ireland and was capped twice with Drumcondra before joining the strong Irish contingent at the Vetch Field in November 1948. Unable to secure a regular first-team slot behind the likes of Rory Keane, Jack O'Driscoll and Roy Paul, he helped Swansea win the London Combination Cup in 1949-50 and Welsh League title in 1950-51, making ten League appearances for the Swans before being released in May 1952.

MARK CLODE
Versatile left-back Mark Clode was an influential figure in SwanseaCity's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. Signing professional for Plymouth Argyle in March 1991, he failed to secure a first-team slot and moved to the Vetch Field in July 1993. He made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at York City the following month and helped reach the Third Division play-off final in 1996-97, scoring three times in 119 League outings for the Swans before losing his place to Michael Howard after a series of injury problems. Moving to Bath City in July 1999, he later played for Clevedon Town and now works for a bakery in Bath.

JONATHAN COATES
Welsh U-21 winger Jonathan Coates featured in SwanseaCity's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. The younger brother of Marc Coates, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1993 and appeared for the Swans in the 1996-97 Third Division play-off final. He also helped Swansea qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 1998-99, moving to Cheltenham Town in October 2002. After a spell with Woking, he rejoined Swansea in March 2003 and netted 23 goals in 278 League games overall prior to joining Newport County in August 2004. He then played for Aberystwyth whilst working in the building trade.

GARY COBB
Attacking midfielder Gary Cobb had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 1989-90 campaign. Signing professional for hometown Luton in August 1986, he had limited opportunities in the top-flight and was loaned to Swansea in August 1989. He played at Panathinaikos in the ECWC and made five Third Division appearances whilst at the Vetch Field. Moving to Fulham in August 1990, he joined Chesham United in September 1992 and helped win the Diadora League title that season. He later played for Aylesbury, St Albans, Chertsey, Bedford and Berkhamsted, also working for Chelsea's football in the community scheme.

DAVE COLE
Tall central defender Dave Cole played for SwanseaCity during the 1984-85 season. A former Sunderland apprentice, he signed professional in October 1983 and moved to the Vetch Field on a non-contract basis in September 1984. He made eight Third Division appearances for Swansea prior to joining Swindon Town in February 1985, helping win the Fourth Division title in 1985-86. Moving to Torquay United in November 1986, he appeared against Swansea in the 1987-88 Fourth Division play-off final, then starred in Rochdale's 1989-90 FA Cup run before playing for Exeter City, Merthyr Tydfil, Newport AFC and Cinderford Town.

CHRIS COLEMAN
Brilliant left-back Chris Coleman was capped 31 times by Wales after leaving SwanseaCity. A former Manchester City junior, he moved to the Vetch Field in August 1987 and starred as Swansea won promotion in 1987-88. He was twice a Welsh Cup winner and ever-present in 1989-90, scoring twice in 160 League games prior to joining Crystal Palace for £275,000 in July 1991. Helping them win the First Division title in 1993-94, he moved to Blackburn Rovers for £2,800,000 in December 1995, then Fulham for £2,100,000 two years later. His career was ended by a car accident and he is now Fulham's manager.

TERRY COLLINS
Inside-forward Terry Collins briefly played for Swansea during the 1967-68 campaign. A former Swansea junior, he joined Barry Town in July 1961 and helped them win the South Wales Senior Cup on his debut. He moved to Hereford United in July 1964 and was a promotion winner in 1964-65, then had spells with Haverfordwest and Ton Pentre before rejoining Swansea in March 1967. His only League appearance was in the following month's 1-0 win at home to Aldershot and he returned to Haverfordwest in July 1968. He later played for Merthyr Tydfil and managed Abercynon, working 30 years with the Local Authority.

LEN COMLEY
Versatile forward Len Comley featured in Swansea's first post-war League match against West Brom in August 1946. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and scored Swansea's winner in the 1947 Football Combination Cup final. He netted seven goals in 28 Third Division (South) games prior to joining Milford United in August 1948. Moving to Newport County two months later, he starred in their 1948-49 FA Cup run, then played for Scunthorpe United, Carmarthen Town, Llanelly and Aberystwyth. He later worked at the RTB Cwmfelin Press Works and still lives locally in retirement.

KARL CONNOLLY
Experienced midfielder Karl Connolly was plagued by injury problems while at SwanseaCity. He played local football in Warrington prior to joining Wrexham in May 1991 and helped them beat Arsenal in the 1991-92 FA Cup third round, then win promotion the following season and the Welsh Cup in 1995. Also starring in their 1996-97 FA Cup run, he joined QPR in May 2000 and reunited with Brian Flynn at Swansea in August 2003. He suffered an ankle injury in the 2-0 win at Huddersfield that put Swansea top of the table and scored once in ten League games before joining hometown Prescot Cables in June 2004.

PAUL CONNOR
Hard-working striker Paul Connor was an influential figure in SwanseaCity's 2004-05 promotion success. Signing professional for Middlesbrough in July 1996, he was loaned to Hartlepool before joining Stoke City in March 1999. He was a member of their 2000 Auto Windscreens Shield winning squad and moved to Rochdale for £100,000 in March 2001. Helping them qualify for the Third Division play-offs in 2001-02, he joined Swansea for £35,000 in March 2004. He played alongside Lee Trundle and netted 16 goals in 65 League games before joining Leyton Orient for £40,000 in January 2006, helping them win promotion.

TERRY CONNOR
Former England U-21 striker Terry Connor featured in SwanseaCity's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. Initially with Leeds United, he scored on his First Division debut and was swapped for Brighton's Andy Ritchie in March 1983. He was leading marksman four times prior to joining Portsmouth for £200,000 in June 1987. Terry Yorath paid £200,000 for him in August 1990 and netted six goals in 39 League outings for Swansea before being sold to Bristol City for a similar fee in September 1991, rejoining Swansea on loan in November 1992. He then played for YeovilTown, since coaching at both Bristol clubs and Wolves.

MICKY CONWAY
Exciting winger Micky Conway featured in SwanseaCity's 1977-78 promotion success. A former Brighton apprentice, he was their youngest League debutant when he scored in the 2-2 draw at home to NottinghamForest in April 1973. He moved to the Vetch Field for £3,000 in December 1975 and became a favourite with his pace and sparkling control on the left wing. Scoring 11 goals in 61 League outings for Swansea, he was badly injured in a car crash in April 1978 and forced to retire from the professional game. He had a testimonial match between Swansea and Brighton in May 1979 and has settled back in the Brighton area.

ANDY COOK
Attacking left-back Andy Cook helped SwanseaCity reach the 1994 Autoglass Trophy final but missed the Wembley triumph through injury. Signing professional for Southampton in July 1987, he had limited top-flight opportunities behind Derek Statham prior to joining Exeter City for £50,000 in September 1991. He moved to the Vetch Field for £125,000 in July 1993 and overcame a broken leg to make 61 League appearances for Swansea before joining Portsmouth for £35,000 in December 1996. Sold to Millwall for £50,000 in January 1998, he later played for Salisbury and is now their football in the community officer.

ANTONIO CORBISIERO
Young midfielder Antonio Corbisiero briefly played for SwanseaCity during the 2003-04 campaign. A former Swansea scholar, he captained the youth team to success in the 2003 Welsh Youth Cup final and also featured in that year's West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. He made his League debut as a substitute in the 4-1 victory at home to Mansfield Town in August 2003 that put Swansea top of the Third Division. His first start was in that season's 3-2 defeat at home to Hull City and he played five League games, signing professional for Swansea in July 2004. He moved to Newport County in July 2005 after two loan spells.

JOHN CORNFORTH
Welsh international midfielder John Cornforth skippered SwanseaCity's 1994 Autoglass Trophy final triumph. Signing professional for Sunderland in October 1985, he featured in their rise to the top-flight under Denis Smith and joined Swansea for £50,000 in August 1991. He helped qualify for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93 and netted 16 goals in 149 League outings before being sold to Birmingham City for £350,000 in March 1996. After a spell with Wycombe Wanderers, he reunited with Frank Burrows at Cardiff City in August 1999 and has since had spells as player-boss of Exeter City and Newport County.

TONY COTTEY
Welsh Youth midfielder Tony Cottey briefly appeared for SwanseaCity during the 1984-85 campaign. Locally born, he was an apprentice at the Vetch Field and signed professional in June 1984. He made his League debut in Swansea's 3-1 defeat at home to York City three months later and played two further Third Division games that season, at home to Rotherham United and Bristol Rovers, before being released by John Bond in May 1985. He later played for Merthyr Tydfil but cricket became his priority and he achieved success with Glamorgan, including the CountyChampionship, then repeated the feat with Sussex in 2004.

TERRY COTTON
Former Welsh Amateur international Terry Cotton was a member of Swansea's 1969-70 promotion squad. Initially with Llanelli, he was a prolific scorer for Ammanford Town in the Welsh League before signing professional for Swansea in June 1968. His solitary goal in 12 League outings came in Swansea's 4-1 defeat at Fulham in August 1970 and he joined YeovilTown in July 1971. He was top scorer in 1971-72 and featured in three Southern League Cup finals during two spells with the Glovers, also playing for Salisbury, Taunton and Bridport. Now an accounts manager, he still assists Yeovil where his wife Jean is secretary.

DENIS COUGHLIN
Versatile centre-forward Denis Coughlin featured in Swansea's 1966-67 relegation battle. Signing professional for Barnsley in October 1957, he played for Yeovil Town prior to joining Bournemouth in March 1963. He was twice leading marksman and joined Swansea in exchange for Ken Pound in August 1966, scoring ten goals in 40 League outings before moving to Chelmsford City in July 1968. Later with King's Lynn, BedfordTown and South Shields, he worked at Billingham ICI, then spent 15 years as a pipe-fitter with Amec Offshore Oil Rigs in Wallsend. He retired in June 1994 and now lives in Hetton-le-Hole.

RUSSELL COUGHLIN
Former Welsh Youth midfielder Russell Coughlin starred in SwanseaCity's 1991 Welsh Cup final triumph. Starting with Manchester City, he was a promotion winner with Blackburn Rovers in 1979-80, Carlisle United in 1981-82 and Plymouth Argyle in 1985-86. He moved via Blackpool to Swansea for £30,000 in October 1990 and starred as the Swans qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93, scoring twice in 101 League games before swapped for Exeter City's John Hodge in July 1993. Joining Torquay United in October 1995, he later played for Dorchester Town and Gretna. He is now a postman in Carlisle.

TOMMY CRAIG
Former Scotland international winger Tommy Craig was an experienced figure as SwanseaCity won promotion and the Welsh Cup in 1980-81. Initially with Aberdeen, he was sold to Sheffield Wednesday for £100,000 in May 1969 and moved to Newcastle United for a similar fee in December 1974. He was a League Cup finalist in 1976 and joined Aston Villa for £275,000 in January 1978, moving to the Vetch Field for £150,000 in July 1979. Scoring nine times in 52 League outings for Swansea, he joined Carlisle United in March 1982. He later played for Hibernian, since coaching at Celtic, Aberdeen and Newcastle.

COLIN CROTTY
Welsh Youth striker Colin Crotty briefly played for Swansea during the 1968-69 campaign. He progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and signed professional in August 1968. A consistent goalscorer in the reserves, he scored on his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at YorkCity in May 1969. He also made a substitute appearance in the next Third Division game at home to Exeter City, replacing Denley Morgan, and moved to Barry Town in July 1969. Joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1970, he subsequently played in local football for Hills Plymouth and has since been a production operator with Hoover in Merthyr.

GEOFF CRUDGINGTON
Ex-England Schoolboy goalkeeper Geoff Crudgington was ever-present in SwanseaCity's 1978-79 promotion success. A former Wolves junior, he joined Aston Villa in September 1969 and moved to Crewe Alexandra initially on loan in March 1972. He was ever-present on four occasions and joined Swansea for £30,000 in July 1978, making 52 League appearances before being sold to Plymouth Argyle for £45,000 in October 1979 after the arrival of Glan Letheran. Ever-present as Plymouth reached the FA Cup semi-finals in 1983-84 and won promotion in 1985-86, he is now Argyle's community officer and goalkeeping coach.

TONY CULLEN
Winger Tony Cullen made a significant contribution as SwanseaCity qualified for the Second Division play-offs in 1992-93. A former Newcastle United trainee, he joined Sunderland in September 1988 and featured in their 1989-90 promotion campaign. He was loaned to Carlisle, Rotherham and Bury before joining Swansea in August 1992, scoring three times in 27 League outings while at the Vetch Field. Returning to his native North East with Gateshead in August 1993, he later played for Seaham Red Star, Tow Law Town and Jarrow Roofing. He has since worked at Sunderland and Washington Leisure Centres.

REG CUNLIFFE
Versatile left-back Reg Cunliffe featured in Swansea's 1947 London Combination Cup final triumph. Initially a Manchester City junior, he joined hometown Wigan Athletic in September 1945 and impressed in the Cheshire League before moving to the Vetch Field in May 1946. He made his League debut in Swansea's 1-1 draw at ManchesterCity five months later and also appeared in the 2-2 draw at Bristol Rovers in September 1947. After a spell playing in attack for the reserves, he returned to Wigan in July 1948 but injury ended his playing career soon afterwards. He died in Fleetwood in August 2000.

ALAN CURTIS
Welsh international striker Alan Curtis was an influential figure in SwanseaCity's thrilling rise under John Toshack. Signing professional at the Vetch Field in July 1972, he was leading marksman in Swansea's 1977-78 promotion success and moved to Leeds United for £350,000 in June 1979. He rejoined Swansea in December 1980 and featured in consecutive Welsh Cup final triumphs, joining Southampton in November 1983. Later with Stoke City, Cardiff City, Swansea again, Barry Town and Haverfordwest, he has since served Swansea in various capacities including assistant-manager and then head of youth development.

NICK CUSACK
Experienced midfielder Nick Cusack captained SwanseaCity's 1999-2000 Third Division title triumph. He played for Long Eaton and Alvechurch prior to joining LeicesterCity in June 1987, then had a spell with Peterborough United before moving to Motherwell for £100,000 in August 1989. Joining Darlington for £95,000 in January 1992, he moved via Oxford United to Fulham in November 1994 and was a promotion winner in 1996-97. He joined Swansea for £50,000 in October 1997 and had a spell as player-manager, netting 13 goals in 198 League games before leaving in September 2002. He has since worked for the PFA.

NEIL CUTLER
Ex-England Youth goalkeeper Neil Cutler had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 2002-03 campaign. Signing professional for West Brom in September 1993, he had spells with Chester and Crewe Alexandra before rejoining Chester in July 1998. He moved to Aston Villa as cover in November 1999 and briefly appeared in the Premiership, joining Stoke City in July 2001. Starring in their 2001-02 Second Division play-off final triumph, he was loaned to Swansea in February 2003 and made 13 League appearances while at the Vetch Field. He joined Stockport County in July 2004, moving to Rotherham United in August 2005.

NIGEL DALLING
Winger Nigel Dalling remains the youngest player to appear in the Football League for SwanseaCity. Locally born, he was 15 years 289 days old when he came on as substitute in Swansea's 2-2 draw at home to Southport in December 1974. He helped the reserves win the Welsh League First Division title in 1975-76 and featured in Swansea's 1977-78 promotion campaign, making eight League appearances before joining Bridgend Town in January 1978. Later playing for Ammanford, Llanelli, Afan Lido, Ragged School and Port Tennant Colts, he worked at Dillwyn Llewellyn School and is now a local postman.

RAY DANIEL
Welsh international centre-half Ray Daniel ended his League career with hometown Swansea. Initially a Swansea amateur, he signed professional for Arsenal in October 1946. He played in the 1952 FA Cup final and was a key figure in the Gunners' 1952-53 League Championship success, moving to Sunderland for £27,500 in June 1953. Following a spell with Cardiff City, he joined Swansea in March 1958 and netted seven goals in 44 League outings prior to joining Hereford United in July 1960. He became their player-boss, then worked in the licensed trade and was a sub-postmaster in Swansea. He died in November 1997.

DAVID D'AURIA
Welsh Youth midfielder David D'Auria was a young member of SwanseaCity's 1987-88 promotion squad. Locally born, he signed professional for Swansea in July 1988 and regularly featured as a substitute, netting six goals in 45 League outings prior to joining Merthyr Tydfil in July 1991. He moved to Barry Town in August 1993 and scored in their 1994 Welsh Cup final triumph, joining Scarborough in August 1994. Sold to Scunthorpe United for £40,000 in December 1995, he moved via Hull City to Chesterfield for £50,000 in November 1999. Later with Newport, Llanelli, Skewen and Neath. He is now a local plumber.

SIMON DAVEY
Young midfielder Simon Davey was a member of SwanseaCity's 1991 Welsh Cup winning squad. Locally born, he made his League debut as a 16 year-old in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Torquay in April 1987 and turned professional in July 1989. He netted four goals in 49 League outings for Swansea prior to joining Carlisle United in August 1992. Featuring in their 1994-95 Third Division title campaign, he moved to Preston for £125,000 in February 1995 and helped win the Third Division title in 1995-96. His playing career was ended by a recurring back injury at the age of 28 and he became Preston's youth team manager.

NEIL DAVIDS
Ex-England Youth central defender Nigel Davids featured in SwanseaCity's 1977-78 promotion campaign. Signing professional for Leeds United in August 1973, he joined Norwich City in April 1975 and had loan spells at Northampton Town and Stockport County prior to joining Swansea in July 1977. He made nine League appearances while at the Vetch Field before moving to Wigan Athletic in July 1978, playing in their first-ever League match. Briefly with Bromsgrove Rovers, he lives in Cleveleys and after building up a chain of jewellers that he sold in 1988, now has a large portfolio of investment properties in Preston.

ALAN DAVIES
Welsh international midfielder Alan Davies was an important figure in SwanseaCity's 1987-88 promotion success. Signing professional for Manchester United in December 1978, he featured in their 1983 FA Cup final triumph but suffered a broken ankle and moved to Newcastle United for £50,000 in July 1985. He was loaned to Charlton and Carlisle prior to joining Swansea in August 1987. Reuniting with Terry Yorath at Bradford City for £130,000 in June 1989, he followed him back to Swansea in exchange for Robbie James in August 1990. He netted 12 goals in 127 League games overall until his tragic death in February 1992.

ALEX DAVIES
Welsh U-18 goalkeeper Alex Davies briefly played for SwanseaCity during the 2000-01 season. Locally born, he was a second year trainee at the Vetch Field when he came on as substitute for Jason Jones in Swansea's 3-0 defeat at Bury in March 2001. He immediately saved a penalty but the referee ordered a retake from which Bury scored. Playing in Swansea's youth team for the remainder of that season, he moved to Port Talbot in July 2001, then had a three month spell with Rushden & Diamonds and has since played for Pontardawe, Garden Village, Carmarthen, Llanelli, West End and in local football for St Josephs.

DAI DAVIES
Welsh international goalkeeper Dai Davies (right) starred as SwanseaCity finished sixth in the top-flight in 1981-82. Initially with Ammanford, he joined Swansea in July 1969 and moved to Everton in December 1970. He was loaned to Swansea in February 1974, joining Wrexham for £8,000 in September 1977. Starring in their 1977-78 Third Division title and Welsh Cup 'double' triumph, he returned to Swansea for £45,000 in July 1981 and helped win the Welsh Cup in 1982. He played 86 League games before joining Tranmere Rovers in June 1983, since working in the media and running a natural healing centre in Llangollen.

DAI DAVIES
Welsh Youth central defender Dai Davies played alongside Dave Bruton while at SwanseaCity. He graduated through the ranks at the Vetch Field and turned professional in July 1973, making his League debut in Swansea's 2-0 victory at home to Barnsley three months later. Playing 22 consecutive Fourth Division games that season, he had limited first-team chances thereafter and made 28 League appearances for Swansea before joining Afan Lido in July 1975. He later played for Maesteg Park and Port Talbot, working as a fitter at BSC Port Talbot prior to spending 23 years as a lecturer at Port Talbot College.

DAI DAVIES
Midfielder Dai Davies made his solitary League appearance for SwanseaCity as a 16 year-old substitute in the 2-0 defeat at AFC Bournemouth in April 1973. A former apprentice at the Vetch Field, he turned professional for Swansea in July 1974 and reunited with Harry Gregg at Crewe Alexandra in March 1975. Helping them beat Chelsea in the 1975-76 League Cup second round, he featured in the 1977 Cheshire Premier Cup final and made over 200 League appearances for the Alex until leaving Gresty Road in May 1981. He had a spell playing football in Hong Kong and has since worked for the Post Office in Crewe.

GLEN DAVIES
Versatile central defender Glen Davies scored twice in SwanseaCity's 1975 West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in July 1970 and made his League debut in Swansea's 2-1 defeat at home to Aston Villa the following month. He netted 13 goals in 145 League games for Swansea prior to joining Everwarm (Bridgend Town) in May 1976. Subsequently playing for Afan Lido, Maesteg, Milford United, Llanelli, Ragged School and West End while working for the Post Office, he later joined the coaching staff at Swansea City's centre of excellence and still lives locally.

GLYN DAVIES
Former Welsh Schoolboy left-back Glyn Davies played for Swansea during the 1962-63 season. Signing professional for Derby County in July 1949, he helped them win the Third Division (North) title in 1956-57 and joined hometown Swansea in July 1962. His solitary goal in 18 Second Division games came in the Swans' 2-0 victory at Derby in March 1963 and he joined YeovilTown in May 1963, becoming their player-boss. He rejoined Swansea as manager between June 1965 and October 1966, then was Pembroke Borough's player-coach. Later with Oswestry Town, he was a sales manager and still lives locally.

IAN DAVIES
Former Welsh U-21 left-back Ian Davies played under John Bond for the third time in his career while at SwanseaCity. He was Norwich City's youngest-ever League debutant at 17 years 29 days old in April 1974 but had limited top-flight opportunities and joined Newcastle United for £150,000 in June 1979. Reuniting with John Bond at Manchester City in August 1982, he had spells with Bury, Brentford, Cambridge United, Carlisle United, Exeter City and Bristol Rovers prior to joining Swansea in November 1985. He made 11 League appearances until suffering a broken leg, then played for Gloucester City and has settled in Nailsea.

JAMIE DAVIES
Teenage striker Jamie Davies briefly played for SwanseaCity during the 1998-99 campaign. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and signed professional for Swansea in July 1998, making his solitary League appearance as a substitute for Aidan Newhouse in the Swans' 1-1 draw at home to Carlisle United seven months later. He was loaned to Bangor City and Llanelli before returning to Llanelli in August 2001 but suffered an injury and briefly moved to Garden Village in March 2002. Since then he has played for Carmarthen Town, Pontardawe and Garden Village again whilst working locally as a postman.

LYN DAVIES
Welsh U-23 goalkeeper Lyn Davies understudied Tony Millington while at SwanseaCity. A former Cardiff City apprentice, he signed professional in October 1965 and was a League Cup semi-finalist that season. He followed John Charles to Hereford United in August 1968, moving to Llanelli in October 1969 and featuring in their 1970-71 Welsh League title triumph. Roy Bentley signed him in July 1972 and he made three League appearances for struggling Swansea prior to joining BP Llandarcy in August 1973. He was a rigger at BP Raglan, then joined the police force, becoming a traffic policeman in South-West Wales.

MARK DAVIES
Teenage defender Mark Davies briefly appeared for SwanseaCity during the 1991-92 campaign. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and a member of the West Wales Senior Cup winning squad shortly before signing professional in July 1991. He made his debut against Monaco in the ECWC first round first-leg two months later, also featuring in the second-leg that the Swans lost 8-0. His solitary League appearance was in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Huddersfield and he joined Merthyr Tydfil in August 1992 but had to give up football because of a medical condition, briefly resuming with Llanelli.

PETER DAVIES
Wing-half Peter Davies featured in Swansea's 1961 Welsh Cup final success. He impressed with Llanelli prior to joining Arsenal for £5,000 in November 1957 but failed to secure a first-team slot at Highbury and moved to Swansea as part of the Mel Charles deal in March 1959. Scoring five goals in 134 League games while at the Vetch Field, he joined Brighton in July 1965, then reunited with Harry Griffiths at Merthyr Tydfil in January 1966. He later played for South African side Germiston Callies, then Ammanford. Still living locally, he was landlord of the Criterion, the Prince of Wales, then the Bay View until retirement.

REG DAVIES
Former Welsh international inside-forward Reg Davies helped Swansea win the Welsh Cup in 1961. Initially with Southampton, he joined Southend United in July 1949 and scored on his League debut in their 2-0 win over Notts County five months later. He moved to Newcastle United for £9,000 in April 1951 and was unlucky to miss their 1955 FA Cup final success with tonsillitis. Joining Swansea as part of the Ivor Allchurch deal in October 1958, he netted 29 goals in 111 League games before moving to Carlisle United in June 1962, then appeared for Merthyr and was King's Lynn player-manager. He emigrated to Australia.

RONNIE DAVIES
Local born left-half Ronnie Davies briefly appeared for Swansea during the 1958-59 season. He played for Tower United in the Swansea League before moving to the Vetch Field in May 1958 and was given his League debut in place of Mal Kennedy in Swansea's 1-0 victory at home to Stoke City in February 1959. Also featuring in the next match at Charlton Athletic, he was sold to Plymouth Argyle for £2,000 in June 1959 but failed to secure a first-team slot and joined Haverfordwest in July 1960. He later played for Ton Pentre, Llanelli and local side West End while employed as a postman, still living in Swansea in retirement.

JOE DAVIS
Experienced defender Joe Davis was a Billy Lucas signing for Swansea. Initially with Soundwell, he joined Bristol Rovers in March 1956 and made his League debut in their 4-1 victory at home to LutonTown in February 1961. He was Rovers' first-ever substitute against Walsall in October 1965 and had a spell as captain before moving to Swansea for £1,000 in March 1967. Featuring in the 1967-68 FA Cup fourth round tie at home to Arsenal, he made 36 League appearances before a knee injury ended his career, then was a coach and scout back at Bristol Rovers. He was later a sales manager for the Bristol Evening Post.

ROBBIE DENNISON
Former Northern Ireland international winger Robbie Dennison had a loan spell at SwanseaCity during the 1995-96 season. Initially with Glenavon, he joined West Brom for £40,000 in September 1985 and moved to Wolves for £20,000 in March 1987. He scored in their 1988 Sherpa Van Trophy final triumph, starring as they won the Fourth Division title and Third Division title in consecutive years. Loaned to Swansea in October 1995, he made nine League appearances while at the Vetch Field. He joined Hednesford in July 1997, then played for Hereford United and Warley Borough. Now working in the sports trophy business.

LEIGH DEVULGT
Welsh U-21 defender Leigh Devulgt was a fringe member of SwanseaCity's 1999-2000 Third Division title squad. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and signed professional in July 1999, making his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 victory at Leyton Orient five months later. He made his Welsh U-21 debut against Armenia in August 2001 but failed to secure a regular first-team slot with Swansea and had loan spells at Merthyr Tydfil and Llanelli to gain match practice. Making 23 League appearances for the Swans before moving to Carmarthen Town in January 2003, he is currently playing for Port Talbot.

JOHN DEWSBURY
Young full-back John Dewsbury briefly played alongside Gilbert Beech in Swansea's defence. Locally born, he progressed through the ranks at the Vetch Field and turned professional in April 1950. He made his League debut in Swansea's 2-2 draw at home to Everton in October 1952 and played nine consecutive Second Division games in place of Steve Leavy. Helping the Swans win the West Wales Senior Cup in 1954, he followed Billy Lucas to Newport County in August 1955 and later played for Milford United. He worked at his parents' newsagents, then was a salesman for Corona and Lyons Cakes until retiring in 1991.

TOMMY DODDS
Versatile inside-forward Tommy Dodds appeared for Swansea during the early post-war era. Initially with Hebburn St Cuthberts, he moved via North Shields to Aston Villa in January 1939 and featured in their first post-war League match against Middlesbrough in August 1946. He joined Swansea as part of the Trevor Ford deal in January 1947 and scored twice in 11 League outings while at the Vetch Field before returning to North Shields in August 1948. Moving to Barry Town in January 1949, he then played for Hereford United and settled back in his native North-East, residing in South Shields until his death in April 1998.

DAVE DODSON
Ex-England Youth winger Dave Dodson scored in Swansea's 1960 West Wales Senior Cup final success. Signing professional for Arsenal in November 1957, he failed to secure a first-team slot at Highbury and joined Swansea in July 1959. He made his League debut in the following month's 2-1 victory at home to Lincoln City and netted 11 goals in 30 Second Division games before being sold to Portsmouth for £4,000 in December 1961. Helping them clinch the Third Division title that season, he joined Aldershot in January 1965, then played for Hereford, Guildford, Andover and Fleet. He now lives in Barnstaple in retirement.

PETER DONNELLY
Inside-forward Peter Donnelly played for Swansea during the 1961-62 campaign. Signing professional for Doncaster Rovers in March 1954, he scored on his League debut the following month. He moved to Scunthorpe United in July 1958 and was leading marksman in 1959-60, joining Cardiff City in exchange for Joe Bonson in June 1960. Trevor Morris paid £6,500 for him in October 1961 and he netted three goals in 16 Second Division games for Swansea before being sold to Brighton for £7,000 in July 1962. He topped their goalscoring charts in 1962-63 and later played for Bradford City, Margate and Canterbury City.

FRANK DONOVAN
Ex-Welsh Amateur international outside-right Frank Donovan played for Swansea during the 1950-51 season. He developed with Milford United and Haverfordwest, then skippered Pembroke Borough to promotion in 1947-48 and was selected for the 1948 Great Britain Olympic squad. Moving to the Vetch Field in May 1950, he scored twice in 15 Second Division games for Swansea prior to rejoining Pembroke in July 1951. He helped them win the Welsh League 'double' in 1953-54, then managed Pembroke and Milford United. An electrician at Pembroke Docks, he also had a sports shop and died in April 2003.

CRAIG DRAPER
Young midfielder Craig Draper featured in SwanseaCity's 2002 West Wales Senior Cup final triumph. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and signed professional in July 2001. He made his League debut in Swansea's 1-0 defeat at home to Rochdale three months later and also appeared as a substitute in the 2-2 draw against Torquay on the final day of the 2001-02 season. Reuniting with former Swans coach Peter Nicholas at Llanelli in July 2002, he joined his local side Winch Wen soon afterwards but was then sidelined by a serious knee injury. He revived his career with Garden Village before rejoining Winch Wen.

DEREK DRAPER
Welsh U-23 inside-forward Derek Draper was an influential figure in Swansea's 1963-64 FA Cup run. Locally born, he turned professional at the Vetch Field in May 1962 and netted ten goals in 61 League games for Swansea before being sold to Derby County for £5,000 in April 1966. He joined Bradford PA in September 1967 and moved to Chester in January 1969. Leading marksman in 1972-73, he starred as they won promotion and were League Cup semi-finalists in 1974-75. Later working in Chester's commercial department, he was a milkman with Express Dairies and is now working for the Post Office in Chester.

RICHARD DUFFY
Teenage defender Richard Duffy featured in SwanseaCity's 2003-04 FA Cup run. Locally born, he was a trainee at the Vetch Field and made his first-team debut as a 16 year-old in Swansea's 4-1 FA Cup second round defeat at Macclesfield in December 2001. His solitary goal in 18 League games came in the Swans' 3-0 victory at home to Macclesfield in September 2003 and he moved to Portsmouth for £175,000 in January 2004. He had limited Premiership opportunities and was loaned to Burnley and Coventry City. Returning to Coventry on loan for the whole of last season, he has now gained six Welsh caps.

KIERON DURKAN
Republic of Ireland U-21 winger Kieron Durkan appeared in SwanseaCity's 2003-04 FA Cup run. Initially with Wrexham, he helped them win the Welsh Cup in 1995 and was sold to Stockport County for £95,000 in February 1996. He featured as they won promotion and were Coca-Cola Cup semi-finalists in 1996-97, joining Macclesfield for £15,000 in March 1998. Helping them clinch promotion that season, he had a spell with Rochdale before reuniting with Brian Flynn at Swansea in January 2002. He scored once in 21 League games prior to joining Runcorn Halton in July 2004, since playing for Leek Town and Newi Cefn Druids.

NOEL DWYER
Republic of Ireland international goalkeeper Noel Dwyer was capped ten times while at the Vetch Field. Signing professional for Wolverhampton Wanderers in August 1953, he gained top-flight experience and moved to West Ham in December 1958. He joined Swansea in August 1960 and featured in the 1961 Welsh Cup final triumph, then saved a penalty as the Swans won at Liverpool in the 1963-64 FA Cup sixth round. Making 140 League appearances before joining Plymouth Argyle for £7,500 in January 1965, he later played for Charlton Athletic and was a publican in Wolverhampton until his death in December 1992.