Starting his career as a striker with Maryhill Juniors, Pat moved to Clyde in 1998 and enjoyed a successful six seasons at Broadwood, scoring 56 times in 178 appearances. Pat moved to Hamilton Accies in 2004 and made 36 appearances in two seasons before a move to Partick Thistle in 2006 – where Pat would work with Dick Campbell for the first time. Following 20 odd apperances for Partick, Pat moved to Stranraer in the summer of 2007, but suffered an injury plauged season, and was limited to 3 apperances – although he did find the scoresheet once in the process.

Now most at home in the centre of the Loons defence, Pat simply dominates lofted balls towards the Loons box – making the full use of his 6ft 2 frame. May also yet be deployed as a striker if necessary.