Up until missing the top-of-the-table clash against Worksop, Lee Kelsey was an ever-present between The Colls’ sticks during the 2011-12 season, having been Simon Houghton’s final signing for the club.

Having made his debut under the gaffer towards the end of the 2010-11 season, “Kels” has been outstanding behind a solid back four this term, playing his part in the team holding the best defensive record in the division. His vocal leadership has been matched by some outstanding saves, and he has picked up Man of the Match trophies despite his chances being limited by most of the play being down the other end during the majority of Colls games.

Lee is also a really popular lad within the club, both within the dressing room and out of it. He has taken on the role of Events Coordinator for the first team players, and also takes regular goalkeeping training sessions for the younger ‘keepers at the club.

Lee is a full-time professional coach at Leeds United’s Academy, and currently studying for his UEFA B Licence, which will be an incredible achievement for someone of such a young age. Unfortunately, it will also require him to miss three games during the season, ruining an otherwise perfect appearance record.

Date of birth / age: 11/07/1989 (22)
Year joined the Colls: 2010/ 2011
Previous clubs: Sherburn White Rose, Garforth Town, Leeds United (Academy)
Position: Between the sticks
Footballing ambition: Take Ponty to the Champions League Final
Job: Football coach for Leeds United Academy
Family: Mum: Liane. Dad: Wayne, Sister: Leah, Girlfriend: Nicola, Son: Alfie
Biggest influence in football career: My dad, Gary Limbert and in recent times Rudi Coleano.
Greatest character in the Colls dressing room: Twibey – gets some stick but takes it well.
Nicknames: Kels, Big lad
Team you support: Leeds United
Favourite player: Joe Hart
Why?: Just quality in general
Favourite player of all time: Lucas Radebe
Why?: Quality player and great bloke with all the work hes done for charity etc.
Favourite manager: Ian Holloway, absolute legend, and Jose Mourinho – ‘The Special One’
Best game ever watched: Man Utd 0 – 1 Leeds. Followed by Wallsall 1 – 2 Leeds, at both games and I couldn’t talk for a few days following them both
Pre-match superstitions: Shake hands of everyone, always finish warm up with a save
Anyone you would like to thank for help with career: Everyone that’s ever worked with me (good or bad) have all shaped the way I look at football and the way I play and coach.
Favourite TV programme?: MOTD, Soccer AM, Two and a Half Men, Only Fools and Horses, Gavin and Stacey.
Favourite film?: Green Street, Football Factory, Lion King, Outlaw, Mean Machine.
Musical tastes – favourite bands/artists? Oasis, Robbie Williams, Westlife, David Guetta, The Wanted.
Favourite food?: Any type of takaway or a nice juicy steak.
Favourite car?: Astra Sport of course, or BMW X6.
Embarrassing facts or moments?: My ‘No Fear’ tattoo on my arm or my lovely tash I sported against Rossinton