Career
He made fifty four appearances for Stoke. Born in Stoke-on-Trent Ward started his career at his local club Stoke City where he made his debut in the 1952-1953 season. He was a bit part player at Stoke due Frank Bowyer and Bobby Howitt occupying Ward"s position.
He became more involved with the first team in the 1958-1959 season where he made 17 appearances however he was allowed by manager Tony Waddington to join Stockport County in 1961.
Ward went on to spend three years at Edgeley Park making 81 league appearances scoring 21 goals.
