semi-pro team for the Four Nations Tournament in May 2007. Parslow's debut came as a 59th-minute substitute for Gethin Jones in their opening match, a 1–0 win over the hosts Scotland on 22 May 2007. He started the 1–1 draw with the Republic of Ireland on 25 May 2007, and was a 79th-minute substitute for Jones in the championship decider against England, which finished in a 3–0 defeat on 27 May. Parslow captained the semi-pro team for the first time in their 2–1 away defeat to England in the 2007–2009 International Challenge Trophy on 20 February 2008. He retained the armband for the 2008 Four Nations Tournament, starting all of Wales three matches as they finished in second place in the four-team group. His career with the semi-pro team finished with eight caps. Style of play Parslow primarily played as a centre-back, and stated that he was most comfortable playing this position. A utility player, his intelligence and commitment allowed him to play a number of positions, including right-back, left-back and defensive midfield. Personal life Parslow was born in Hengoed, Gwent. He completed a five-year degree in sports science at Manchester Metropolitan University in July 2012. He married Emma in June 2014. Career statistics Honours York City FA Trophy: 2011–12, 2016–17; runner-up: 2008–09 Conference Premier play-offs: 2012 Cheltenham Town National League: 2015–16 Individual York City Clubman of the Year: 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13 Cheltenham Town Players' Player of the Year: 2015–16 National League Team of the Year: 2015–16 References 1985 births Living people People from Hengoed Sportspeople from Caerphilly County Borough Welsh footballers Wales youth international footballers Wales under-21 international footballers Wales semi-pro international footballers Association football defenders Association football midfielders Association football utility players Cardiff City F.C. players York City F.C. players Grimsby Town F.C. players Cheltenham Town F.C. players National League (English football) players English Football League players Alumni of Manchester Metropolitan University