GARETH Ainsworth has been nominated for the League Two manager of the month award for the second time this season.

The Blues boss was shortlisted for the November award after winning three away matches and progressing to the second round of the FA Cup.

He was previously shortlisted for September's award, having guided Wanderers to the top of the table.

Southend's Phil Brown, Newport boss Justin Edinburgh and Shrewsbury manager Micky Mellon complete the list of nominees. The winner will be announced on Friday.