Being voted Brentford FC 2013/14 Supporters’ Player of the Year came as a big surprise for Alan McCormack when it was announced last week.

The Irishman, who has played in midfield and at right back for The Bees this season, received his award at the Brentford FC Player of the Year Ball last Sunday, May 4.

Brentford Football Club asked fans to vote for the prize and thousands had their say.

Alan emerged as the clear winner in his first season at the Club.

He played 45 games for The Bees this season after arriving from Swindon Town in the summer.

He played 43 of those in a Sky Bet League One campaign that saw Brentford finish second and win promotion to The Championship.

Alan contributed two goals – against Staines Town, in the FA Cup with Budweiser, and Coventry City – and made a nine assists.

He played both in midfield and at right back this term and helped The Bees to 20 Sky Bet League One clean sheets this season.

Alan took the prize ahead of Tony Craig, who finished second.

Adam Forshaw was a few votes behind Tony in third.

When receiving the ward, Alan was almost lost for words.

“I didn’t expect this,” he said.

“There are a lot of things that have happened this year and the players deserve a lot of credit.

“There are other players that might deserve more from tonight.

“It has been a good year.

“I knew when I came here what to expect from the team.

“When I joined I was struck by the quality in the team.

“We went through some tough stages but got through it and promotion was achieved.

“Credit to the lads and I am thankful to them for that.”

Video highlights from the Player of the Year Ball will follow soon.