Defender Adams wins double award

Adams (left) joined Morecambe from Huddersfield in February 2007 (Getty)

Morecambe defender Danny Adams took top honours at the club's end of season presentation evening.

The 32-year-old won the supporters' and players' player of the year awards to round off a fine first season in the Football League for the Shrimps.

"Danny is a player who has worked with me at a number of clubs and never lets me down," said manager Sammy McIlroy.

"He is not everyone's idea of a model footballer but no-one can say he is not a hugely effective defender."

I'm delighted to get the award from the fans but the one from the players is always a bit special Morecambe defender Danny Adams

Adams, who has previously had spells with Stockport and Huddersfield, admitted he was particularly delighted to win both awards.

"I've picked up awards at other clubs but this is a bit special," said Adams.

"I'm delighted to get the award from the fans but the one from the players is always a bit special. It's always nice to be respected by your fellow professionals.''

The left-back also vowed to come back stronger and fitter next season.

"It's been a long season for us all and we didn't get a big break last year. I am looking forward to the summer but after a bit of a rest I think I will come back in better shape next season," he added.

The board are fully committed to working with Sammy to strengthen the squad for next season Chief executive Rod Taylor

"It's going to be a tough year because people know a bit about us now but with a few decent signings I can't see why we can't repeat the success of this year.''

Speaking at the awards, chief executive Rod Taylor said: "It has been a wonderful season for us and we have had some magnificent achievements along the way.

"To win at Preston and Wolves and get to within one step of Wembley was a marvellous achievement and we can really look forward to our final season at Christie Park.

"The board are fully committed to working with Sammy to strengthen the squad for next season and we hope we can build on our crowds as well.

"We have averaged more than 2,800 people at home games this season and if we can get to over 3,000 regularly next year that would be amazing."