Kieran McKenna, the Town boss, was honored with the EFL Championship Manager of the Season award at the EFL’s annual ceremony in London. With the team topping the Championship table with three matches remaining, McKenna acknowledged the collective effort of everyone involved with the Club, including staff, players, and supporters, in achieving this success. He expressed gratitude to his family for their unwavering support throughout his coaching journey and emphasized the significance of such accolades in recognizing the sacrifices made by many individuals.
Reflecting on the accolades received by Leif Davis and Wes Burns, who were named in the Championship Team of the Season and won Goal of the Season, respectively, McKenna praised their contributions to the team’s success. He highlighted the team’s collective ethos while acknowledging the exceptional performances of individual players. Looking ahead, McKenna stressed the team’s focus on finishing the season strongly and expressed confidence in achieving further milestones and records.
In addition to McKenna’s recognition, former Town captain Luke Chambers was honored with the Sir Tom Finney Award for his remarkable contributions to the game. McKenna commended Chambers’ dedication and impact on the Club and the wider EFL, underscoring the significance of his achievements over his distinguished career.