Danny Maddix — Player Profile (England, Queens Park Rangers)
- Full name: Daniel Maddix
- Date of birth: 8 August 1967
- Place of birth: Kingston, Jamaica (moved to England as a child)
- Primary position: Central defender
- Nationality: Represented England at youth levels / eligible for Jamaica at senior level (later capped by Jamaica)
Club career highlights
- Early career: Came through the youth system at Tottenham Hotspur and spent time on loan before establishing himself elsewhere.
- Queens Park Rangers (Q.P.R.): Maddix is best known for his lengthy spell at QPR. He joined QPR in 1991 and became a mainstay of their defence throughout the 1990s. He made over 300 appearances for the club in all competitions across more than a decade, serving as a reliable and combative centre-back.
- Other clubs: Before QPR he had associations with Tottenham Hotspur; after QPR he played for Barnet and briefly for other lower–league sides toward the end of his career.
- Style of play: Tough, no-nonsense central defender noted for strong tackling, leadership at the back, aerial ability, and consistency.
Notable achievements & legacy
- Maddix was a key figure for QPR through promotion battles and top–flight campaigns in the early to mid-1990s, becoming a fans’ favorite and a dependable backbone of their defence.
- Remembered for his longevity and loyalty to QPR, accumulating well over 300 appearances.
After playing
- Following retirement from playing, Maddix remained involved in football at lower levels and in coaching/mentoring roles; he has also appeared in QPR past-players events and retains recognition among the club’s supporters.
Quick stats (approximate)
- QPR appearances: 300+ (all competitions)
- Career goals: Low single digits (primarily a defensive player)