Quick Facts
Biography
Desmond St. Lloyd Hazel (born 15 July 1967) is a former footballer who played at both professional and international levels as a left winger.
Career
Playing career
Born in Bradford, Hazel played with the youth team of Sheffield Wednesday and made his senior debut for them in October 1986.
Hazel made a total of 274 appearances in the Football League for Sheffield Wednesday, Grimsby Town, Rotherham United and Chesterfield.
He later played in Australia for Joondalup City, and also went on trial with Perth Glory in August 1997.
After having issues with his visa, Hazel returned to England to play non-League football for Guiseley.
International career
Hazel represented Saint Kitts and Nevis at international football. He received his first call-up in March 1998, alongside a number of fellow English-born players - Andy Watson, Kevin Francis and Bobby Bowry. Hazel made his international debut in 2000, and earned four caps that year.
Coaching career
Hazel is currently the Head of Youth Development at FC Halifax Town. He was previously their School of Excellence head coach, before becoming their youth team coach in July 2006.
Personal life
His son Jacob Hazel is a footballer who also played at professional level for Chesterfield.