He made a record 351 league appearances (458 in all competitions – since beaten by Hugh Murray)[3] for St Mirren in two spells, playing for Bristol City in the two intervening seasons.
[2] During his time with the Paisley club he captained them to the 1987 Scottish Cup Final and made a substitute appearance as the team defeated Dundee United to lift the trophy.
Tony had a spell as Youth Development Manager at Livingston prior to the club entering administration.
Following this he decided to change his focus and concentrate on an interest of his, developing peoples self-esteem and confidence through sport and groupwork.
[5] Fitzpatrick was appointed St Mirren chief executive in January 2016, succeeding Brian Caldwell.