Background
Cox was born in Haywards Heath, West Sussex.
Cox was born in Haywards Heath, West Sussex.
Cox primarily plays as a winger, but can also play in an attacking midfield role. Brighton & Hove Albion
He made his debut for Brighton & Hove Albion during a 2–0 victory over Plymouth Argyle on 29 August 2005. Cox"s next appearance for Brighton was on the first day of the 2006/07 League One season in the 1–0 victory away at Rotherham United, although he was sent-off during this match for receiving two yellow cards.
Cox played a major part during his debut season in the first-team playing in 43 League games and scoring six goals.
In the summer of 2007, Cox was rewarded for his fine start to his Albion career by being handed the number 7 shirt, previously occupied by Alexandre Frutos. After falling out of favour at Brighton, Cox was informed that he would be released from his contract when it expires on 30 June 2010.
Leyton Orient
Cox was later signed by Leyton Orient on 2 June 2010. He scored his first league goal for the Os on 28 August 2010, in the 3–0 triumph over Exeter City.
On 3 October 2012, in the 2–0 league victory at Walsall, Cox scored a 60 yard goal from inside the Orient half, firing over the head of Walsall goalkeeper Karl Darlow.