John used to be a professional footballer for Spurs before a serious injury (broke his leg) forced him to retire from the game. He was previously a big owner with 50 greyhounds running in the care of several different trainers, and his biggest success came when Sullane Princess won the Oaks. John now trains greyhounds himself and concentrates on the graded races at Wimbledon.

John started as a permit trainer at Rye House in the 1980's before taking out a professional contract in 1990 where he trained at Hackney. After Hackney's closure he moved to Catford and from there to Wimbledon. John is frequently found in the winners enclosure at Plough Lane but also sends out Open racers from his picturesque kennels in Billericay.

John is a member of the BGRB and has a passionate involvement in the welfare of retired greyhounds. Prospective owners are always welcome to get in touch with John, who always has graded racers available for sale, priced from £500 to £1500.