Hayes wins newspaper award

Last updated : 22 December 2004 By Luke Thornhill
Hayes, the division's joint leading scorer on 13 goals, pipped Yeovil striker Phil Jevons to the award - voted for by readers of Football First.

The 21-year-old has been in fantastic form this season, forming a strong partnership with Steve Torpey after spending most of last seasons on the sidelines.

He has won a host of admirers with his performances, with various Championship and League One clubs watching him closely.

Despite his award, he was not included in the Team Of The Season So Far, put together by the Press Association.

Three Iron players were in the XI though, with Andy Butler, Ian Baraclough and Peter Beagrie rated among the best players in the division.

Former United loanee Sam Russell, now with Darlington, was also included in the team.

The bumper 80-page festive special edition of Football First is out now, priced £1.75. It also includes an interview with Iron boss Brian Laws.