AFC Totton
After an incredible first season at Step 2 , finishing 12th place in the Enterprise National League South , we held our prestigous annual awards ceremony at The Snows Stadium. The event was attended by club sponsors, staff, volunteers, players and their families to celebrate another excellent season for the club.
The evening kicked off with a montage of 7 selected goals all shortlisted for The Goal of the Season award, where all attendees voted for their choice which was announced at the end of the evening.
Shortlist:
- Brandon Haunstrup vs Dover
- Scott Rendell vs Maccelsfield
- Ralph Vigrass vs Farnborough
- Declan Rose vs Horsham
- Ashley Clarke vs Bath
- Christie Ward vs Bath
- Ashley Clarke vs Eastbourne
Before the awards began, the club's CEO Steve Brookwell , presented a gift on behalf of the club to a number of vital staff members , whose exraordinary efforts keep AFC Totton running on a day to day basis , going above and beyond.
- Caroline Keats
- Brenda Andrews
- Angie Hales
- Rachel Whitcher
SUPPORTER'S PLAYER OF THE SEASON
The first award of the night, voted for by our loyal fans , went to Star Striker Tony Lee. Tony notably picked up 20 goals across all competions this season.
TONY LEE IS SPONSORED BY BELOW THE HOOK
MEDIA TEAM PLAYER OF THE SEASON
Next up was the award voted for by the club's media team consisting of Josh Cole, Fin Hall and Adi Rose. The trio have covered every game this season and unanimously chose creative midfielder Christie Ward as their player of the season.
CHRISTIE WARD IS SPONSORED BY HARVEST FOODS
YOUNG PLAYER OF THE SEASON
After many mature performances over the years since he joined the club in 2022, Luke Hallett still only 23, stepped up again this season and deservedly picked up the award presented by Stag's DOF Dave Wright.
LUKE HALLETT IS SPONSORED BY ROMSEY DENTAL CARE
MANAGER'S PLAYER OF THE SEASON
Selected by newly apppointed permenant manager Scott Rendell, who has been ever-present this season whether on the touchline or the pitch. Craig Tanner, came away with the award after another superb season.
CRAIG TANNER IS SPONSORED BY STAGS VOICE & PANGEA
PLAYER'S PLAYER OF THE SEASON
Some may say that this is the most prestigous award of the night, with Declan Rose picking up the award. Dec has been a vital mainstay in the team, covering multiple positions, and a deserved winner of the award.
DEC ROSE IS SPONSORED BY HARVEST FOODS
TOP GOALSCORER
Tony Lee picked up his second award of the night, with 20 goals across all competitions, a clear winner for this award.
TONY LEE IS SPONSORED BY BELOW THE HOOK
GOAL OF THE SEASON
Having been voted for on the night,selected from the shortlist above, there was an unanimous winner. With 50 votes, Scott Rendell's exquisite volley from our historic FA Cup first round tie against Maccelsfield , was crowned the winner.
SCOTT RENDELL IS SPONSORED BY MIKE ANDREWS, STAGS VOICE AND SIMPSONS FLOORING.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
The ceremony ended with presentations for two members of staff both departing the club.
- Brenda Andrews who is retiring after many years of going above and beyond working for the club across all areas. Brenda, loved by many fans and staff, will be missed at the football club and we hope to see her around supporting the Stags soon. Enjoy a well deserved retirement, Brenda.
- Josh Cole, who departs the football club after 3 seasons , after he finishes his studies at Solent University. Having been the voice of Totton, as the club's commentator and more recently Head of Media, Josh will have a bright future in the industry. All the best for the future , Josh.
Thank you to everyone who attended , and more importantly those that made the evening go so smoothly!
