The decision to hold the Presentations at The Memorial Hall in Skewen Park this year seems to have been a massive success. The feedback from everyone has been positive and the numbers that attended over the two nights ensured that it has been the best awards weekend to date.

We would like to extend our congratulations to all the recipients of individual awards, and to acknowledge the success of our Under 15's in achieving their first league title (they have still to play the League Cup Final), the Under 16's who won the Neath League Youth Cup on the morning of the awards night and especially Lonlas Rangers who clinched the Neath League Division 2 Championship in their first season. The senior squad contained 9 players under the age of 18, and each one has played a significant part in securing the title.

We must also recognise success on the continent with our Under 14's securing third place in this years Hanze Trophy in Holland . Only a poor refereeing decision prevented them contesting the final, I'm sure they can take that extra step next year.

Lonlas Under 13's finished second in their league this season to add to the championship title they won last year. The runners up place will surely spur them on to regaining their title next season.

At the time of writing this synopsis of the season, our Under 12's team are awaiting a date for the Under 12 Plate Final, so before we start to unwind for the summer months, there may well be more silverware in our already bulging trophy cabinets.

In conclusion, every boy and girl who has represented the club this season has been a credit to Lonlas. They have played with the passion and enthusiasm that has made this club one of the most successful in South West Wales. The future looks promising with a thriving mini football section, a junior section full of titles and trophies and a senior team able to offer every boy the opportunity to advance his football career with Lonlas.

On behalf of everyone who attended the Memorial Hall, I would like to thank Mr. John Mahoney who gave up his time to present the awards to the players. I would also like to thank all the people who worked so hard to make the event such a memorable occasion.

Junior/Senior Football Awards 2004 – 2005

Under 12's

Most Improved Player : Sam Collins
Player of the Year : Liam Lewis

Under 13's

Most Improved Player : Blu Price
Players Player of the Year : Danny Burgess
Managers Player of the Year : Robert Spendiff

Under 14's

Most Improved Player : Alex John
Player of the Year : Ted Curry

Under 15's

Most Improved Player : Andrew Jobling
Player of the Year : Anthony Buselli

Under 16's

Players Player of the Year : Dale Borelli
Managers Player of the Year : Daniel Evans

Lonlas Rangers Senior Squad

Managers Player of the Year : Steve “Saplin” Richards
Players Player of the Year : Ian “ Spooner ” Williams & Gareth “Gazza” Vaughan
Managers Most Improved Player of the Year : Richard “Dickie” Davies