And then up steps Paul Hanlon – a Hibee through and through
Hanlon received the award at the official End of Season Awards night earlier this month, following in the footsteps of his current teammate Lewis Stevenson and fellow Club legends Joelle Murray and Pat Stanton.
Speaking on the night, Hanlon admitted how proud he was to follow in the footsteps of such iconic players.
Credit: Ian Jacobs
Credit: Ian Jacobs
Credit: Ian Jacobs
Credit: Ian Jacobs
Credit: Ian Jacobs
'It is an amazing moment. To see some of the names that have won the award before is really special, so to be named in that group with that calibre of player and person is incredible. I am delighted to receive the award.
'I was over the moon when I got the invitation to come along and it is great to catch up with everyone at the Club as well.
'I was emotional watching back some of the tributes from past managers and former players too. Mixu (Paatelainen) was up on the screen – he gave me my debut all those years ago, so I will always be grateful for that.
'There were a lot of special teammates and friends who I met along the way. I keep in touch with these guys all now, so it was very nice to hear from them – even though it makes you feel a wee bit emotional and uncomfortable at the same time!'
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