Harry Smith named in League Two Team of the Season
Swindon Town striker Harry Smith has been named in the Sky Bet League Two team of the season.
Smith, who joined Swindon last summer from Sutton United, has impressed in the 2024/25 campaign, scoring 15 goals and providing three assists.
His contribution played a significant role in helping Ian Holloway's side avoid relegation.
Read more: Swindon Town loan-striker Tshimanga released by Peterborough
Smith's goal tally was his highest in an individual league campaign, and his aerial prowess was unmatched in the division, winning 348 aerial duels.
The accolade was awarded by WhoScored.com, a football statistics website.
Smith's fellow Team of the Season members include players from Notts County, Crewe, Cheltenham, Port Vale, Doncaster, Colchester, Gillingham, and Bromley.
(Image: Skybet)
Notts County's goalkeeper Alex Bass, with a WhoScored.com rating of 6.80, led the team after helping his side secure a play-off place and the division's seventh-strongest defensive record.
Crewe's Mickey Demetriou was named Sky Bet League Two Player of the Season with a rating of 7.53.
The 35-year-old defender scored two goals and provided one assist, ranking second among players in his position for aerial duels won (264) and fifth for clearances (342).
Cheltenham's Sam Stubbs, Port Vale's Connor Hall, and Doncaster's Luke Molyneux also made it to the team.
Stubbs led the division in interceptions (78), while Hall contributed to his team's automatic promotion from League Two.
Molyneux had the most productive league campaign of his career, with 16 goals and 12 assists, helping Doncaster secure the League Two title and automatic promotion.
Colchester's Jamie McDonnell and Jack Payne were the central midfielders in the team.
McDonnell, with a rating of 7.36, ranked second for tackles (132) among all players in League Two.
Payne equalled his finest individual campaign in terms of goal involvements, with eight goals and 10 assists.
Gillingham's Max Clark, who made more tackles than any other defender in League Two (109), was the left midfield choice.
Bromley's Michael Cheek, with 25 goals, won the Golden Boot and was also part of the team.
Port Vale's Jayden Stockley, despite making just 29 League Two starts, rounded off the Team of the Season with 11 goals and seven assists.
Smith's recognition in the League Two Team of the Season is a testament to his outstanding performance and contribution to Swindon Town over the past season.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New York Times
2 hours ago
- New York Times
West Ham fined £120,000 after homophobic chanting against Chelsea
West Ham United have been fined £120,000 ($161,830) after supporters engaged in homophobic chanting during February's Premier League fixture against Chelsea. An independent regulatory commission imposed the fine, an action plan and formal warning on the Premier League club for misconduct after it was alleged they 'failed to ensure its spectators did not behave in an improper, offensive, abusive, indecent or insulting way with either an express or implied reference to sexual orientation'. Advertisement The Football Association (FA) received complaints from anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out following the fixture at Stamford Bridge on February 3 and charged West Ham on March 27 after it was alleged supporters engaged in the 'Chelsea rent boy' chant in the 62nd minute of the top-flight match. West Ham admitted to the charge on March 28, a written reasons document for the case states. An investigation into the incident suggested a 'very significant number' of supporters in the West Ham section had been involved in the 'plainly discriminatory and highly derogatory' chanting, therefore categorising it as 'mass chanting'. It continued for around 40 seconds. The commission stated West Ham had not identified any of the perpetrators inside the stadium and added there was no evidence to suggest the club had made efforts during or after the game to do so. A West Ham statement read: 'Homophobic chanting, which in this case amounted to the commission of a criminal offence, is not consistent with the values and beliefs of West Ham United and the vast majority of the club's supporters. The club has a zero-tolerance policy towards discriminatory, abusive and insulting behaviour, and those identified will, in addition to any criminal charges they face, be issued with club bans.' West Ham were accused of having a 'very significant lack of adequate specific pre-match planning' for the Chelsea fixture, which the commission stated contributed to the club being unable to identify and impose sanctions on those responsible. Club personnel deployed in the away end were also accused of failing to detect the homophobic chanting. West Ham said staff did not receive complaints regarding the chanting during or after the game. The West Ham statement continued: 'The club has already set in motion tangible actions to review and strengthen existing initiatives to continue to be strategic and proactive in the prevention and detection of any potential discriminatory or inappropriate words or behaviour in the future, at both home and away fixtures.' Advertisement In January 2023, the FA added the 'Chelsea rent boy' chant to its list of rule breaches and says it can pursue action against clubs whose supporters use it at matches. In 2022, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) confirmed that it considered the term a homophobic slur and therefore a hate crime. Luton Town were also fined £120,000 after directing the chant towards former Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour during their Premier League fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion in August 2023.
CNN
3 hours ago
- CNN
Liverpool car ramming suspect appears in court after crash that shocked the city
The suspect in the car ramming that injured dozens of fans celebrating Liverpool's Premier League title on Monday has appeared in court after police charged him with a range of offenses. Paul Doyle, a 53-year-old man from the outskirts of the city in northwest England, spoke to confirm his name during his first hearing on Friday. Doyle, dressed in a black suit, looked emotional as he was brought into the courtroom from his cell, according to a PA Media reporter following proceedings. The UK's Crown Prosecution Service authorized several charges against the father-of-three on Thursday, including dangerous driving, causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent, wounding with intent to cause GBH, and attempted GBH. The incident, which saw a car veer across a packed street in the center of Liverpool and plough through crowds of supporters, shocked the city and the football world. Police previously said the car that struck pedestrians was able to enter Water Street, which was closed off to vehicles, by following an ambulance. A total of 79 victims were injured in the crash, of whom seven remain in hospital, police said on Thursday. Doyle's charges will be kept under review as police investigations continue, Sarah Hammond, chief crown prosecutor for CPS Mersey-Cheshire, said in a statement Thursday. 'The investigation is at an early stage. Prosecutors and police are continuing to work at pace to review a huge volume of evidence,' Hammond said. 'This includes multiple pieces of video footage and numerous witness statements. It is important to ensure every victim gets the justice they deserve,' she added.
Forbes
3 hours ago
- Forbes
The WTA And Hologic On Advancing Women's Sports Healthcare
Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe won the women's doubles title at the Rothesay Open in Nottingham ... More in 2024. The WTA has a proud legacy of prioritizing athlete health, rooted in the vision of the Original 9 and Billie Jean King. Early on, the WTA recognized that simply treating injuries wasn't enough. Female athletes face unique challenges like motherhood and career transitions that demand a proactive, integrated approach to care. Over the years, the WTA has continually evolved to meet these needs, offering support that includes international health coverage, mental health resources, special ranking protections for pregnancy and injury, and on-site access to physicians, physical therapists, and more. In 2022, the WTA took its commitment to athlete health even further through a groundbreaking partnership with Hologic, a global leader in women's health and medical technology. This collaboration is centered on a shared mission: to redefine what wellness looks like for women competing at the highest levels—and to extend those benefits beyond the court. Highlights of this partnership include: WTA Hologic Healthcare, Horizon DXA System Reflecting on her 30 years with the WTA, Kathleen Stroia, the WTA's Senior Vice President of Performance Health, sees the current moment as a turning point—not just for tennis, but for all of women's sports. 'Historically, women's sports medicine has taken a reactive approach,' says Stroia. 'It focused on treating injuries after they occurred. What we've created with Hologic is a proactive, integrated model specifically designed for the unique physiology and life experiences of female athletes.' 'When I started, there was very little data or research on women athletes. Most medical protocols were designed for men and scaled down for us,' she says. 'Today, we're leading with research, innovating with intent, and setting a new gold standard—one where athlete care and performance health go hand in hand.' The WTA offers the most comprehensive annual physicals in women's sports. Players undergo advanced screening that includes DXA scans to assess bone density and body composition, crucial data points that help identify risks early and tailor training regimens accordingly. PARIS, FRANCE - MAY 29: Jessica Pegula of the United States in action against Ann Li of the United ... More States in the second round of the singles competition on Court Philippe-Chatrier during the 2025 French Open Tennis Tournament at Roland Garros on May 29th, 2025, in Paris, France. (Photo by) Just as importantly, the WTA provides dedicated women's health stations at tournaments, giving players convenient access to services that are rarely prioritized in other sports, such as breast and cervical screenings, hormone evaluations, fertility education, and professional bra fittings. 'It's like going to a world-class women's clinic that's built into your career,' says Jessica Pegula, currently ranked among the world's top singles players. 'In one session, I learned more about my hormone levels, bone health, and long-term fertility options than I ever had from years of separate appointments. I walked away with clarity, not just for tennis but for my future as a woman.' RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - NOVEMBER 07: Gabriela Dabrowski of Canada hits pink signed tennis balls for ... More breast cancer awareness into the crowd with Erin Routliffe of New Zealand i(out of pic) after their victory against Caroline Dolehide of the United States and Desirae Krawczyk of the United States in their round robin doubles match during Day 6 of the 2024 WTA Finals Riyadh as part of the Hologic WTA Tour at King Saud University Indoor Arena on November 07, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by) For Canadian doubles champion Gaby Dabrowski, the WTA's commitment to proactive health screening became deeply personal. 'I had found a lump and mentioned it during my annual WTA physical,' Dabrowski recalls. 'Because of that, they fast-tracked me for a scan and biopsy. That's when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. It was early. And that timing changed everything.' Dabrowski says the medical support from the WTA and the emotional support from Stroia's team carried her through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. 'They didn't just check the box. They surrounded me with care, experts, counselors, even someone to walk me through nutrition during chemo. Kathleen called me personally to check in. It felt like I had an entire family behind me,' Dabrowski says. 'People think of the WTA as a sports organization, but at that moment, they were my healthcare lifeline. If I had waited or ignored it, my story might have been very different.' Dabrowski has since returned to the tour and is sharing her story to encourage other athletes and fans to advocate for their health. 'Early detection saved my life. Every woman deserves access to that.' WTA Hologic Health Screening 2024 According to Stroia, one of the keys to the WTA's success has been its commitment to listening to players and responding in real time. 'Our athletes are not just recipients of care, they're co-creators,' she explains. 'Whether it's about mental health, maternity leave, or injury recovery, we take their input and build policies and services that reflect their realities.' This player-driven approach led to the 2019 overhaul of the Special Ranking Rule, championed by Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka, to better protect rankings for athletes returning from maternity leave or injury. It's also influenced the expansion of mental health resources, including a dedicated mental health care team that travels to major tournaments and provides virtual support year-round. 'Mental health is just as important as physical health, especially in a sport where you're constantly on the road and under pressure,' says Pegula. 'Having access to licensed professionals who understand the demands of the tour has been a game-changer for so many of us.' The WTA has worked to remove barriers by streamlining access to specialists and empowering athletes with knowledge. From nutritionists and sleep experts to injury-prevention research and on-demand telehealth, the infrastructure now reflects a holistic approach to peak performance. NEW YORK, NEW YORK - SEPTEMBER 09: Blair Henley speaks at the ceremony honoring the induction of the ... More Original 9 into the International Tennis Hall of Fame on Day Eleven of the 2021 US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on September 09, 2021 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo) The WTA's groundbreaking approach to women's athlete health is more than a model for tennis, it's a blueprint for women's sports. By combining cutting-edge science, player-driven policies, and compassionate care, they're proving that investing in women's health is both the right thing to do and smart business. As Kathleen Stroia puts it, 'Athlete care is performance care.' With expanded health screenings, mental health resources, fertility support, and innovative partnerships like the one with Hologic, the WTA raised the bar for what athlete wellness truly means. Stories like Gaby Dabrowski's show how proactive care can be lifesaving, while ongoing initiatives empower players to shape their own health journeys. This holistic, forward-thinking model doesn't just support elite athletes, it has the power to transform health standards for all women athletes. The WTA's commitment ensures that comprehensive, equitable women's health services are no longer a dream but the new standard and a legacy that will continue to inspire the future of women's sports worldwide.
