Gavin Mahon

Early career

Mahon began his career with Wolverhampton Wanderers, progressing through the club's youth academy and playing regularly for the youth team. He was released by Wolves at the end of the 1995–96 season, having made no first-team appearances. In July 1996, he signed for Hereford United of Division Three on a free transfer, making his professional debut a 1–0 victory over Doncaster Rovers on 24 August 1996. He scored the first goal of his career later that season in a 3–0 win against Rochdale. Mahon played seven times during the early stages of the season, although did not make any further first-team appearances from November, as Hereford were relegated to the Conference National at the end of the season. He remained at Hereford for the 1997–98 season, playing in all 42 league matches as Hereford finished sixth.

Brentford

In November 1998, Mahon signed for Division Three club Brentford for a nominal fee of £50,000, which eventually increased to £130,000 under the terms of the agreement. Mahon debuted for Brentford in the club's 2–1 defeat to Leyton Orient at Brisbane Road on 21 November 1998 and played regularly in central midfield. He scored his first goal for Brentford in the club's first match of 1999, scoring the third goal in a 3–1 victory against Barnet at Griffin Park. Brentford were promoted to Division Two as champions in Mahon's first season, winning the league by four points. He made 32 appearances during that season, scoring four goals.…

Mahon was predominantly deployed as a defensive midfielder throughout his career. He was described by former Notts County teammate Alan Judge as a "pivotal point" in central midfield, highlighting his composure in possession and preference for playing the ball on the ground.

Mahon has two children, Mia and Alfie. He is a supporter of Birmingham City. Following his retirement from playing, Mahon joined sports consultancy company Stellar Group as a football intermediary, using his experience to mentor and support younger players.

Brentford

Football League Third Division: 1998–99 Football League Trophy runner-up: 2000–01 Watford

Football League Championship play-offs: 2006 Individual

Watford Player of the Year: 2003–04