Stamps started with Torquay United despite being brought up in Birmingham and his obvious talent earned him a £10,000 move to Colchester United in 1997.

The left-footer moved to Harriers on a free in September 1999 after playing in the Second Division and his consistency at left-back has played a major part in their achievements.

Injuries have restricted his appearances at times but he will never shirk a tackle and held off the strong challenge of Ian Joy to keep his place.

An operation on a groin problem blighted last season after he signed a new two-year deal in 2002 but he did show tremendous promise as a centre-back in a three-man defence.

Stamps will be hoping to stay fit in order to play a vital role in season 2003/04.

League appearances/goals: Torquay (92/93) 2, (93/94) 6, (94/95) 25/1, (95/96) 23/1, (96/97) 30/3, Colchester 8, (97/98) 27/1, (98/99) 21, Harriers (2000/01) 34, (2001/02) 37, (02/03) 23.

This season: 25 games, 1 substitute appearance, 6 yellow cards.

Status: First-choice defender.

Average Shuttle rating: 6.4