Career
Born in Colchester, Harvey joined local club Colchester United as an apprentice, making his first team debut on 19 April 1980 in a 0–0 Third Division draw with Millwall. He scored his only goals for the club in the following match, scoring twice in a 3–2 victory over Swindon Town before being substituted for Tony Evans on 22 April 1980. He made a total of six appearances for Colchester alongside scoring his two goals, making his final appearance on 30 August 1980 in a 4–0 away defeat to Exeter City.
After leaving Colchester, Harvey joined Harwich & Parkeston.
