Championship Goalkeeper of the Year...

So, it comes to this – a summer without a ball being kicked and now I want us to look back at the Championship season that’s just past and vote for the best eleven, one occupying every position to find the team of the season.

No doubt there will be tough decisions to be made, so we are leaving it to you the readership to vote for your best. Please come back regularly and vote for each position and find out what the team of the year will be – there may be some surprises.

The 2008/09 Championship Goalkeeper of the Year

The Nominations are:

Wayne Hennessey

The Wolves stopper is only 22 years old and he has managed to establish himself as his clubs and his countries Number 1. His massive six and a half foot frame would be an asset to any team; he has been a vital part of Wolves’ success this term and will not be out of place in the Premier League.

His record-breaking spell at Stockport County showed us what he is capable off and Hennessey was at his best, making many crucial saves in the game against QPR, which culminated in a 1-0 victory taking Wolves back into the Premier League.
Kieren Westwood

Where would Coventry City be without this man? He is arguably their best player and their greatest asset, after his release from Manchester City, he has made his name at Carlisle as they propelled through the leagues. Coventry made a smart purchase, and he has shown why he is worth every penny of the £500,000 they paid for him.

Despite Coventry having a somewhat indifferent season, Westwood has been in good form and he will be a big part player next term if a move to the Premier League don’t materialise.

Brian Jensen

Burnley’s season has been a thrilling one and Jenson deserves many plaudits for his efforts this term. The club reached the Premier League, and his value can’t be underestimated. He performed superbly against Premier League clubs in the Carling and FA Cups as well as being solid throughout the playoffs. He will be busier in the top flight next season. Notably, Jensen saved two Chelsea penalties to claim victory in the Carling Cup.

The Dane has been loyal to the Clarets, playing over 200 games for the club, and that loyalty certain paid off. He managed to oust first choice Gabo Kiraly and keep the number 1 spot from January for the remainder of the season.

Kelvin Davis

He has become somewhat of a cult figure at St. Marys. After a season to forget for Southampton, Davis was one of the bright spots – he led a team of youngsters as they made a brave fight to survive from relegation before being condemned to League One by the Football League. It will be a sad day when he leaves the club he loves but he is one of the better goalkeepers in the Championship.

Saints fans voted the goalkeeper their player of the season and his wholehearted efforts deserve praise. The defence in front of him is far from adequate in this Championship and he singlehandedly kept many score lines modest.