Bristol Rovers captain Tom Parkes wins player of the month
Bristol Rovers' Tom Parkes has picked up the player of the month award for January.
The defender won the accolade for his role in Rovers' revival during the first month of the year in the month in which he also turned 21.
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Tom Parkes
Given the Captain's armband he led by example, standing up to tackles , especially in the games against Fleetwood and Rotherham, and impressing with his distribution from the back.
On receiving the award, Parkes said: “It is a privilege to have won this award, especially with the performances from all the boys in the last month. I am really happy.
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“It is the first time in my career I have won anything like this, but hopefully it is the first of many and I can keep doing well.
“Being Captain has upped my game a lot, but I have always tried my best in every game, and now I am just hoping to keep the boys going and get three points against Wycombe on Saturday.”
Chairman Nick Higgs said: “I am delighted for Tom as he thoroughly deserved this award.
“He has done a fantastic job coming in as captain, and we all believe he has a long and very bright future at the club.”
However, John Ward did not win the manager of the month award, missing out to Gillingham boss Martin Allen.
The two awards are determined by two separate expert panels.
The Manager of the Month award is decided by former Charlton Athletic manager Alan Curbishley, Football League Chief Operating Officer Andy Williamson, League Managers Association Deputy CEO Olaf Dixon and npower Partnership and Sponsorship Manager Katy Thomas.
The Player of the Month panel sees Katy Thomas joined by Wolves legend Don Goodman, BBC Sport’s Mark Clemmit and The Football League’s Head of Communications, John Nagle.
Commenting from npower, Partnership and Sponsorship Manager Katy Thomas added: “It was clearly a very happy start to the year for both winners.
"It's been another fantastic month to be a Gillingham fan as they show no signs of slowing down in the race for promotion, while Tom Parkes' defensive heroics ensured that there is still hope for Bristol Rovers at the other end of the table.”
9 Comments
by Kabatiti
Saturday, February 16 2013, 12:20PM
“Tom is still a bit raw which is understandable given his age however there is a fantastic player in there. I believe he has the attributes with hard work and determination to rise through the leagues and play in the premier league and maybe England one day. Hope he stays with us for a bit longer first though.”
by manchestergas
Friday, February 15 2013, 4:52PM
“well done Tom. fully deseved. Hope to see oneof our strikers, or Mark McChrystal win it next month, plus JW for manager.”
by Solomon243
Friday, February 15 2013, 4:12PM
“TonyIreland.
Re the badge. Only 61 years? I have had my two badges - one with a pin and the other to fit in a buttonhole - for 64 years!!
Really Ancient Gas!!!
Well done to Tom and JW - tough one tomorrow”
by TonyIreland
Friday, February 15 2013, 3:04PM
“Great news for Tom. Well done. But we MUST win tomorrow's game to maintain the momentum. And as for that badge ? I've had one for sixty one years and it is still on my lapel on match days !! UP THE PIRATES !
ANCIENT PIRATE !!”
by chinesegas
Friday, February 15 2013, 2:40PM
“congrats tom fully deserved , also congrats to all the suporters for turning up , frank nebula i used to have one of those badges my uncle gave it to me when i joined the supporters club on stapleton road ,im amazed how the youngsters have performed and jelled with the new more expierenced players , 2 months ago all we were hearing we had to many young players ,jj has made a big difference in adepartment we have been lacking , since lines left ,toms partner in the back four has helped him settle , and mildenhall , well what can you say these guys have helped them blossom on the pitch ,,”
by ARBIE0489
Friday, February 15 2013, 1:34PM
“Very pleased that Tom Parkes has deservedly won the Player of the month award for January. You are definitely an inspiration to the whole team and LONG may it continue. Like Roversteve said, the togethernes and proper Rovers spirit has been missing for many years.
Pleased in a way that John Ward has not, at this stage won the Manager of the month award, because as many have said.....those who have won it, usually find that their team go on a bad run immediately afterwards. Hope he wins it in April.
Keep it up 'GAS' lets all pack the Mem tomorrow and give the amazing backing to the Rovers team again.....the crescendo when the winning goals have been scored lately is extremely heart warming.
UP THE GAS.”
by franknebula
Friday, February 15 2013, 11:24AM
“yep! cograts all round for tom, JW for next month”
by Roversteve
Friday, February 15 2013, 10:35AM
“Well done Tom,you've been a breath of fresh air at the heart of Rovers defense with your committed yet composed performances.You always look to bring the ball down and play from the back with the odd flash of cheeky skill that leave opposition forwards bemused in your path. I have to say though that you are one of many players that have blossomed since the exit of MM and arrival of JW,long may you all continue to improve and always play for the shirt.I am sure I am speaking for all Rovers supporters in saying this and the spirit surrounding the Club again,that was sadly missing for years,yes,years,is now back with a vengeance. Well done again.”
by nickthegas
Friday, February 15 2013, 10:23AM
“Huge congratulations to Tom . He fully deserves it. A pity Jon was not crowned manager of the month as well, but it is usually the kiss of death, so probably for the best! Keep it up guy's you are doing our club proud.”