Stockport County
Prior to the 2021–22 season, Pye joined National League side, Stockport County, on a two-year deal. [6] With injuries to starting centre-backs, Ben Barclay and Zeki Fryers, Pye would make his debut for Stockport in a 2–1 win against Weymouth. [7] Pye would also feature in a 5–2 win over Dover Athletic and a 2–2 draw against EFL side, Bolton Wanderers, in the FA Cup. [8] [9]
Spennymoor Town (loan)
On 6 January 2022, Pye joined National League North side, Spennymoor Town, on an initial three-month loan. [10] Two days later, Pye would start in a 2–1 win against Guiseley. [11] Pye quickly established himself in the team and would play 21 league games in total at Spennymoor, who would go on to finish 10th in the league. [12]
Gateshead (loan)
In July 2022, Pye became the seventh signing for the National League side, Gateshead, joining on a season-long loan. [13] Pye made his debut in the first league game of the season, which ended in a 2–2 draw with Dagenham & Redbridge. However, Pye would be forced off after just 38 minutes. [14] Similar to when at Spennymoor, Pye quickly became one of the first names on the team sheet and became a fan favourite. Pye would score his first ever professional goal in a 4–0 victory against Maidenhead United, on the final day of the season. [15] Despite being relegation favourites, Gateshead finished the season 14th, with Pye playing in 45 games across all competitions during the campaign. [16] Gateshead also reached the final of the FA Trophy but despite an agreement that would allow Pye to play, [17] Stockport recalled him days before the final. [18] Gateshead would lose 1–0 to Halifax Town. [19] He would win the Gateshead Player of the Month award in January and March, [20] [21] while also being voted as the Gateshead Players' Player of the Year. [22]
Return to Stockport
While out on loan, Pye had agreed a new deal with Stockport, which will see him stay until at least 2024. [23]
