12:56pm Thursday 30th August 2007
SAMMY McIlroy has landed the manager of the month for August prize.
The Morecambe boss landed the prestigious award after the Shrimps claimed stunning Carling Cup wins at Preston and Wolves and claimed four points from their first three League Two matches.
The award panel is headed by Sky Sports pundit Chris Kamara.
He says: "For a side to have beaten Championship sides Preston and Wolves in the Carling Cup shows just how far Sammy's side has come in the last few months."Morecambe have been living the dream this season."McIlroy insists the award is for everyone associated with the club and says: "It's great for everyone, the town's buzzing, the players are buzzing and everyone connected with Morecambe is really excited. "But there is a long way to go and we have to keep our feet on the ground."
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