John Steele Deary is an English former professional football player. He played as a midfielder. Deary began his career with
Alan Ball's young Blackpool team in 1980. Unlike the rest, however, he went on to appear in over 300 games for the club. He
started as an apprentice, signing for the Seasiders in March 1980. He made his debut on September 5, 1980, in a 2–1 victory
at Fulham.