Career
Born in Belfast, Lockhart began his professional career with Crusaders after playing at semi-professional level with H&West Welders and Carrick Rangers. Lockhart retired from professional football in April 2008, but was later persuaded to return to the game by Bangor. He signed for Ballymena United in 2009 and left join Championship 1 side Ards for the start of the 2010/11 season.