A season of incredible competition. Countless memorable matches. Five outstanding nominees. But only one can be crowned the Players’ Player of the Season.
This award is different. It’s not decided by statistics alone. It’s about earning the respect of your fellow competitors.
You can vote at the bottom of this page and voting will close at 7pm BST on Saturday 18th July.
First up… Gary McNabb
The 2025 UK Open Champion, Norwegian Open Silver Medallist, and World Fours Masters Silver Medallist. A player who delivered when it mattered most.
Next… Andrew Leckey
A World Pairs Masters Champion and World Masters Champion. Calm, consistent, and a proven winner on the biggest stage.
Then we have… Matty Worden
Norwegian Open Champion, British Open Silver Medallist, and English Masters Bronze Medallist. A season packed with quality performances.
Our fourth nominee… Craig Burgess
World Cup Champion, UK Open Silver Medallist, Irish Open Bronze Medallist, World Pairs Masters Silver Medallist, current World Number One, and Order of Merit Champion. A remarkable year at the top.
And finally… Jonathan Payne
UK Open Bronze Medallist, Irish Open Bronze Medallist, and third in the Order of Merit. A model of consistency throughout the season.
Five exceptional players. One incredible season. One prestigious honour.
Who has inspired their fellow competitors the most? Who deserves to be recognised by the people who know the game best?
The choice is in the hands of the players.
Congratulations to Gary McNabb, Andrew Leckey, Matty Worden, Craig Burgess, and Jonathan Payne on your nominations for Players’ Player of the Season. Who gets your vote? Celebrate the nominees, support your favourite, and stay tuned as we reveal the winner of the SMPT Players’ Player of the Season!