Jay and Hume up for award

Rodriguez, 22, hit 15 goals for the Clarets in all competitions last season.

At the star-studded event, npower, title sponsors of The Football League, will be presenting their Awards to the top players in the Championship, League 1 and League 2.

npower Head of Sponsorship Emma Collins said: “Jay’s consistency last season makes him a deserving candidate for our Championship Player of the Year Award.

“I hope Burnley supporters will show their support for Jay by voting online. npower is very proud to be sponsoring the top player at the Northwest Football Awards.”

To vote, fans should visit www.northwestfootballawards.co.uk

Preston North End hitman Iain Hume is also on the shortlist for npower’s Championship Award.

Professional Footballers’ Association Chief Executive Gordon Taylor is one of the judges.

He said: “The region has built up phenomenal respect and credibility, not only through the success of its clubs, but also as the home to the PFA, The Football League and The National Football Museum.”

The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Monday, November 14th at Lancashire CC.