Ian played for the reserves in 1992/93.

He played 5 games for the Grecians in Neville Ovenden Football Combination League and Cup Competetions in 1992/93.

Ian, was a trainee at Swansea City and played during the 1987-88 promotion campaign, making his League debut in Swansea's 4-2 defeat at home to Crewe Alexandra ten months before turning professional in July 1988. He made one more appearance in a Freight Rover Trophy game at Cardiff City in December 1988.

When, Terry Yorath moves to Bradford City in July 1989, Ian followed him.

Later he played for Southall, Haverfordwest, Maesteg Park, Briton Ferry and Morriston.