THE FA CUP PLAYER OF THE ROUND
Lee Trundle: FA Cup Player of the 3rd Round
Trundle scoops prize
Friday, 09 January 2004.
Swansea striker Lee Trundle has scooped The FA Cup ‘Player of the Round’ Award after fans voted in our on-line poll which attracted 40,000 votes.
Lee was one of three players shortlisted for the prestigious award, run in partnership with UMBRO.
He polled 55% of the votes registered in just five days, following last weekend’s FA Cup third round proper, beating Telford keeper Chris Mackenzie and Newcastle midfielder Kieron Dyer.
The Swans hotshot bagged an impressive brace in his teams 2-1 victory at home to fellow Third Division side, Macclesfield Town. He opened his account with a well-taken half-volley just before the break and struck again in the second half with a well taken free kick from the edge of the box.
Taking his tally in all competitions this season to 18, the stocky striker has earned his side a money-spinning home tie with First Division opposition in the shape of Reading or Preston. This will be the first time Swansea have reached the 4th round of the competition since 1998.
Trundle, who wins £1500 worth of UMBRO football kit and equipment for a school, club, or organisation of his choice said: "It’s a real achievement to be pitched against such a great player in Kieron Dyer and a real FA Cup hero in Chris Mackenzie and still come out the winner. It’s also an honour to be given this award for my performance in such a prestigious competition as the FA Cup. Thanks to all the supporters for voting for me on the FA website."
Lee also wins an UMBRO kit player package including XAI boots and training gear, as well as an engraved silver salver.