{"id":11841,"date":"2025-04-01T18:29:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T17:29:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/faw.cymru\/cymru-leagues\/?p=11841"},"modified":"2025-04-08T14:20:45","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T13:20:45","slug":"jd-cymru-leagues-march-player-manager-month-shortlist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/faw.cymru\/cymru-leagues\/news\/jd-cymru-leagues-march-player-manager-month-shortlist\/","title":{"rendered":"JD Cymru Leagues March Player and Manager of the Month shortlist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-11_Baglan_Dragons_FC_v_Caerau_Ely_FC_062-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Baglan Dragons goalkeeper Matthew Stanton celebrates after winning in the JD Cymru Leagues South\" class=\"wp-image-11842\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-11_Baglan_Dragons_FC_v_Caerau_Ely_FC_062-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-11_Baglan_Dragons_FC_v_Caerau_Ely_FC_062-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-11_Baglan_Dragons_FC_v_Caerau_Ely_FC_062-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-11_Baglan_Dragons_FC_v_Caerau_Ely_FC_062.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The shortlist for March&#8217;s Player and Manager of the Month awards in the JD Cymru Leagues has been confirmed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/CymruLeagues\/status\/1907123630783221914\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fans\u2019 vote<\/a> will be combined with a league and independent voting panel to determine the winners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-faw-hr-s\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>JD Cymru Premier<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Manager of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Andy Dyer \u2013 Briton Ferry Llansawel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite starting the month with a dramatic 4-3 defeat to Barry Town United, Andy Dyer&#8217;s Briton Ferry Llansawel responded well by claiming seven points from a possible nine to put them within touching distance of safety. A <a href=\"https:\/\/faw.cymru\/cymru-leagues\/news\/jd-cymru-premier-briton-ferry-newtown\/\">1-1 draw with Newtown<\/a> was followed by 1-0 victories over Aberystwyth Town and Connah&#8217;s Quay Nomads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rhys Griffiths \u2013 Penybont<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An undefeated month for Penybont means they are guaranteed the runners-up spot in the JD Cymru Premier, their highest-ever finish. A 3-2 win over Bala Town was followed by a 0-0 draw with Cardiff Met, but Rhys Griffiths&#8217;s side finished the month in style with a 2-1 win over Haverfordwest County before beating champions The New Saints at home for the second time this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-02-22-Caernarthon-v-Penybont-104-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Penybont manager Rhys Griffiths  during the 2024\/25 JD Cymru Premier Champion Conference league fixture between Caernarfon Town FC and Penybont FC at the Oval Stadium, Caernarfon, Wales\" class=\"wp-image-11843\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-02-22-Caernarthon-v-Penybont-104-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-02-22-Caernarthon-v-Penybont-104-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-02-22-Caernarthon-v-Penybont-104-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-02-22-Caernarthon-v-Penybont-104.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Andy Legg \u2013 Barry Town United<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Three wins from four games has put Barry Town United in a commanding position at the top of the Play-Off Conference under recently-appointed manager Andy Legg. A 4-3 win over Briton Ferry Llansawel was sealed with an injury-time goal from Ieuan Owen before 2-1 victories over Aberystwyth Town and Newtown opened up a five-point lead over Connah&#8217;s Quay Nomads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Player of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>James Crole \u2013 Penybont<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 21-year old has enjoyed a superb month by scoring no less than three winning goals as his side claimed second place in the table. Crole scored the decisive goal in the 3-2 win over Bala Town deep into injury-time, and then earned his side another six points with the winning goals against Haverfordwest County and The New Saints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Will Fuller \u2013 Briton Ferry Llansawel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The summer signing kept two clean-sheets for Briton Ferry Llansawel during March as his side claimed crucial 1-0 victories over Aberystwyth Town and Connah&#8217;s Quay Nomads. The 31-year-old had to wait for his chance at the start of the season but has now established himself as the first choice for Andy Dyer&#8217;s side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-03-21-Aberystwyth-Town-vs-Briton-Ferry-Llansawel-70-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"Will Fuller of Briton Ferry Llansawel celebrates with fans after Aberystwyth Town vs Briton Ferry Llansawel in Round 29 of the JD Cymru Premier Play-Off Conference at Park Avenue, Aberysywth\" class=\"wp-image-11844\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-03-21-Aberystwyth-Town-vs-Briton-Ferry-Llansawel-70-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-03-21-Aberystwyth-Town-vs-Briton-Ferry-Llansawel-70-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-03-21-Aberystwyth-Town-vs-Briton-Ferry-Llansawel-70-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-03-21-Aberystwyth-Town-vs-Briton-Ferry-Llansawel-70.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Rhys Hughes \u2013 Connah&#8217;s Quay Nomads<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A key player for the Nomads this season, Rhys Hughes scored four goals for his side during the month including two penalties as they claimed victories over Aberystwyth Town, Flint Town United and Newtown. Hughes now has 14 league goals for the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ieuan Owen \u2013 Barry Town United<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The teenager established himself in Barry&#8217;s starting line-up during March and has rewarded manager Andy Legg with four goals and an assist. Owen scored twice in the 4-3 win over Briton Ferry Llansawel, including the late winner, and continued that form with goals against Aberystwyth Town and Flint Town United.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-faw-hr-s\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>JD Cymru North<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Manager of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Gavin Allen \u2013 Guilsfield<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An impressive month for Guilsfield started with an excellent 1-1 draw away to title-chasing Airbus UK Broughton which set the tone for three straight victories over Gresford Athletic, Buckley Town and Holywell Town to push Gavin Allen&#8217;s side into the top half of the JD Cymru North table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mark Allen \u2013 Airbus UK Broughton<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite dropping points against Guilsfield at the start of the month, Airbus UK Broughton continued to show their title credentials with victories over Penrhyncoch, Llay Welfare, Flint Mountain and Ruthin Town. During March Mark Allen&#8217;s side scored 18 goals in just five league games.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-14-FAW_Colwyn_Bay_v_Airbus_UK_Broughton-213-1-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Mark Allen Manager of Airbus UK Broughton during the Welsh Blood Service League Cup 2024\/25 fixture between Colwyn Bay FC and Airbus UK Broughton at Four Crosses Construction Arena, Colwyn Bay, Wales\" class=\"wp-image-11846\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-14-FAW_Colwyn_Bay_v_Airbus_UK_Broughton-213-1-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-14-FAW_Colwyn_Bay_v_Airbus_UK_Broughton-213-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-14-FAW_Colwyn_Bay_v_Airbus_UK_Broughton-213-1-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-14-FAW_Colwyn_Bay_v_Airbus_UK_Broughton-213-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Michael Wilde \u2013 Colwyn Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A perfect month for the JD Cymru North leaders as Colwyn Bay made it five wins out of five with victories over Ruthin Town, Caersws, Prestatyn Town, Holywell Town and Denbigh Town. Michael Wilde&#8217;s side now have the advantage over title rivals Airbus UK Broughton heading into the final games of the campaign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Player of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Mark Cadwallader \u2013 Llandudno<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 36-year old veteran continues to lead the line for Llandudno, scoring four goals in as many games for Llandudno during March. Cadwallader scored the winner in the 3-2 win over Bangor 1876 before scoring twice in the 4-3 victory over Gresford Athletic and once in the 3-2 defeat to Buckley Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jamie Cumming \u2013 Colwyn Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Five victories for Colwyn Bay during March was helped by the contribution of Jamie Cumming as he registered three goals and four assists. Cumming was on target against Ruthin Town, Caersws and Holywell Town to take his tally to 13 league goals this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Max McLaughlin \u2013 Caersws<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 28-year old scored four goals for Caersws during March to double his return for the season. McLaughlin was on target as his side earned a point in a 1-1 draw with Denbigh Town before scoring twice in the 3-2 win over Llay Welfare, and then continued his scoring run three days later with a goal in the 4-2 victory over Buckley Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-29-FAW_Gresford_Athletic_v_Caersws-184-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Max McLaughlin of Caersws makes a break with the ball during the 2024\/25 JD Cymru North fixture between Gresford Athletic and Caersws at The Hollingsworth Group Stadium, Broughton, Wales\" class=\"wp-image-11847\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-29-FAW_Gresford_Athletic_v_Caersws-184-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-29-FAW_Gresford_Athletic_v_Caersws-184-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-29-FAW_Gresford_Athletic_v_Caersws-184-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/25-03-29-FAW_Gresford_Athletic_v_Caersws-184.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Danny Warren \u2013 Airbus UK Broughton<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was another impressive month for Danny Warren as he contributed to his team with six goals and three assists in victories over Penryncoch, Llay Welfare and Ruthin Town. The 30-year old now has 23 goals in the JD Cymru North this season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-luminous-vivid-amber-background-color has-background is-style-faw-hr-s\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>JD Cymru South<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Manager of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Dean Brown \u2013 Penrhiwceiber Rangers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One defeat in five games during March has kept Penrhiwceiber within touching distance of safety at the bottom of the table. Draws against Llantwit Major and title chasers Trethomas Bluebirds and victories over Trefelin and Caerau Ely delivered a valuable return of eight points for Dean Brown&#8217;s side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-25_Cwmbran_Celtic_FC_v_Penrhiwceiber_Rangers_AFC_021-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Penrhiwceiber Rangers Manager Dean Brown before the 2024\/25 JD Cymru South fixture between Cwmbran Celtic FC and Penrhiwceiber Rangers AFC at Avondale Motorpark Arena, Cwmbran, Wales. \" class=\"wp-image-11848\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-25_Cwmbran_Celtic_FC_v_Penrhiwceiber_Rangers_AFC_021-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-25_Cwmbran_Celtic_FC_v_Penrhiwceiber_Rangers_AFC_021-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-25_Cwmbran_Celtic_FC_v_Penrhiwceiber_Rangers_AFC_021-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-25_Cwmbran_Celtic_FC_v_Penrhiwceiber_Rangers_AFC_021.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sam Houldsworth \u2013 Newport City<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Newport City have enjoyed a perfect month with a maximum return of 15 points from five games. Victories over Ammanford, Taffs Well, Carmarthen Town, Baglan Dragons and Llantwit Major saw Sam Houldsworth&#8217;s side score nine goals and keep three clean-sheets in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Garry Taylor \u2013 Afan Lido<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An undefeated month for Afan Lido has moved them out of the relegation places. March began for Garry Taylor&#8217;s side with a point at Carmarthen Town before the side claimed victories over Ammanford and Pontypridd United. A further two points were then achieved with draws against Cwmbran Celtic and league leaders Llanelli Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Player of the Month<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Liam Eason \u2013 Llanelli Town<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An excellent season continued for Liam Eason in March as the 27-year old scored three goals in three games as his side continued their push towards the league title with victories over Caerau Ely and Pontypridd United. Eason also earned his side a point with the equaliser in the 1-1 draw with Afan Lido.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lathan Garrett \u2013 Newport City<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 24-year old played every minute of all five matches as Newport City claimed five victories during the month. In addition, his goal in the 2-1 win over Llantwit Major proved to be the winner while he also contributed with an assist in the 3-0 win over Carmarthen Town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-17_Newport_City_FC_v_Afan_Lido_FC_058-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Lathan Garrett of Newport City FC celebrates after scoring during the 2024\/25 JD Cymru Leagues South fixture between Newport City FC and Afan Lido FC at Newport Stadium, Newport, Wales\" class=\"wp-image-11849\" srcset=\"https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-17_Newport_City_FC_v_Afan_Lido_FC_058-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-17_Newport_City_FC_v_Afan_Lido_FC_058-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-17_Newport_City_FC_v_Afan_Lido_FC_058-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/2025-01-17_Newport_City_FC_v_Afan_Lido_FC_058.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Kofi Rowe \u2013 Newport City<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another key player for Newport City during their perfect month, Kofi Rowe helped his team to success with two goals and two assists as he added to his goal tally for the season by scoring against Carmarthen Town and Llantwit Major.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mathew Stanton \u2013 Baglan Dragons<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Three clean-sheets in five games and just two goals conceded completed an excellent month for the 35-year old goalkeeper who continues to play a huge part in Baglan Dragons&#8217; push to finish in the top half of the JD Cymru South table. Stanton&#8217;s side only lost one game in March as they were defeated 1-0 by Newport City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-faw-card card-with-image-bg\"><div class=\"is-layout-constrained wp-block-group is-style-faw-card\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-block-button__link-card\" href=\"https:\/\/fawball.deco-apparel.com\/blank_product\/296348676\/FAW-Official-Football\">Click here<\/a><div class=\"faw-cards__card__text p-4\"><h2 class=\"is-style-faw-h3 mb-4 faw-text--border\">Buy the FAW Official Football<\/h2><p class=\"faw-cards__card__text-p\">Be a part of the action. <\/p><div class=\"btn-w-auto wp-block-button \"><div class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" aria-hidden=\"true\">Click here<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-faw-card-background_bg\" style=\"background-repeat:no-repeat;background-image:url(https:\/\/d20w35i08zcmee.cloudfront.net\/FAW-Ball.jpg);background-position:50% 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