Career
He most recently played for Conference National side Mansfield Town, where he played as a defender. He has previously played for the England national team at Under-16 and Under-17 level Leeds United
A product of the Leeds United academy, Gardner signed his first professional contract with the club in 2006, then later penned a one-year extension on 19 June 2007.
Previously a regular in the Leeds United reserve side, Gardner was involved with the first-team during the 2007-2008 pre-season, including playing in a home friendly against Wigan Athletic.
Although naturally a right-winger, Gardner played as a right-back during his time at Elland Road. Farsley Celtic (loan)
On 22 January 2008, Gardner signed a one-month loan deal with Conference National side Farsley Celtic, who are also based in Leeds.
Gardner returned from his loan spell in late February 2008. Farsley Celtic (2nd loan)
On 19 September 2008, Gardner re-joined Farsley Celtic, now in the Conference North, on a one-month loan, playing in three games.
Mansfield Town
On 30 January 2009, Gardner"s contract at Leeds United was terminated by mutual consent.
Three days later, on 2 February 2009, Gardner signed for Conference National club Mansfield Town until the end of the 2008-2009 season along with defender Gianluca Havern. On 16 March 2009, Gardner signed an extension to his Mansfield contract, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2009-2010 season. He currently coaches Leeds United"s Under 9"s Team.
