Having missed the first two games of the month, the Scholars number 1 has been an integral part of Chasetown securing two vital wins in our bid to escape the bottom reaches of the league table.

January's winner Oli Hayward, returning centre back Jimmy O'Neill and right back Craig Deakin (who picked up two man of the match awards in his three starts) were also considered for the award.

Pond will receive his beers for Bowland Brewery at a forthcoming home game.