Working in conjunction with League Weekly and the fans, the competition will recognise one player each month for the prestigious accolade via a new process.
At the end of each month, a shortlist of five players will be revealed by League Weekly’s writers. Fans will then have the opportunity to vote for the player they believe deserves the awardhere
Each fan who votes will go into a prize draw with one lucky supporter getting the chance to present the First Utility Super League Player of the Month trophy to the winning player. The two players with the most votes will then be considered by a judging panel consisting of representatives from First Utility & League Weekly, where an overall winner will be revealed.
March’s First Utility Super League Player of the Month shortlist has been revealed in today’s League Weekly with the following players on the shortlist (in no particular order):
• Paul Aiton –Leeds Rhinos
• Danny Brough – Huddersfield Giants
• Rangi Chase – Salford Red Devils
• Albert Kelly – Hull Kingston Rovers
• Matty Russell – Warrington Wolves
Fans have until April 10th to register their votes for the March First Utility Super League Player of the Month award.
Ed Kamm, Chief Customer Officer at First Utility, added: “It’s the fans that make the First Utility Super League what it is and we want to tap into their knowledge and passion to choose the outstanding performers each month.
“The blend of expert views and fan opinion will ensure we crown a deserving winner every month, which will be presented by one lucky fan.”
League Weekly editor Rebecca Smith said: “As the No.1 read in Rugby League, we’re delighted to team up with First Utility to give the fans a voice in deciding the Super League Player of the Month Award.
“I’m sure that knowing that the award has been directly influenced by the most important people in the sport, the supporters, will make it all the more special to the recipients.”
