Smith tips Brown for big future

Andy Brown is suspended for AFC Telford's FA Trophy tie at Boston

AFC Telford boss Rob Smith has tipped young Bucks striker Andy Brown for a big future.

Brown, 22, has scored 11 goals so far this season for the Blue Square North high-flyers and Smith told BBC Radio Shropshire that is impressed.

"He's a lad with a very bright future in football, and it's not just for his goals," said Smith.

"His work-rate is really impressive. He never stops working for himself and for the team."

Smith, who won the Blue Square North manager of the month award for November, added: "I'm amazed he didn't get a player of the month award, as he's certainly standing out."

Brown, who is a student at Loughborough University, scored more than 20 goals for Nuneaton last season.

He moved to Telford in June, choosing the Bucks despite interest from a host of other clubs - including two at a higher level.

Brown misses Telford's FA Trophy trip to Boston with a one-game suspension, having picked up for five bookings. But he will be back for the Bucks' busy programme over the Christmas and New Year period.