However, this was marred by a number of serious knee injuries [2] He scored his first professional goal at Kilmarnock in a 2–1 win over Livingston in September 2003.
[4] Hessey has proved to be a versatile player, operating in both central defensive and full back roles and also in a holding midfield spot.
He did not figure in the Chester 16-man matchday squad in any game for the 2007–08 season and was allowed to join League Two rivals Macclesfield Town on 10 November 2007 in a two-month loan.
[11] Shortly after he joined Marine on loan (initially until January) and made his debut on 30 August 2014 in a 2–1 defeat at home to Buxton.
[12] This loan deal was extended, and Hessey subsequently became caretaker manager following the departure of Carl Macauley.