AUSSIE ace Trevor Krause completed a clean sweep of top man awards as he was named York City Knights' Player of the Year.

The 30-year-old had already lifted the Collier Plant Hire Player of the Year award, as judged by the Evening Press, and the Supporters' Club Player of the Year accolade, as well as being named in the National League Two 'Dream Team'.

But this latest award, unveiled at last night's club presentation evening, was arguably the most notable as it is voted for by the Knights players themselves.

It was a perfect send-off for the departing utility star, who next week returns down under.

Last night's packed ceremony at the Viking Moat House Hotel in York also saw fund-raising committee man Jim Bone handed a special 'Club Person of the Year' award.

Bone, one of the first people to pledge his support and cash to the formation of a new club following the demise of York Wasps, has continued to give up his time and energy for the club.

Indeed, the popular long-standing York RL fan has been one of the many volunteers who have seen the Knights win the inaugural National League Club of the Year accolade.

Knights chief executive Steve Ferres said: "This award was not easy to pick as so many people have done so much for the club.

"There has been a wealth of helpers but out of all of them, from the initial meetings about a new club to the present day, Jim Bone has shone through with his commitment, enthusiasm and belief that it could happen, and he has helped make it happen.

"I'm grateful to him and to everybody else who has helped make the club what it is today, a thriving club which has given the city a real buzz."

Krause collected another award, the top try-scorer gong, which he shared with Darren Callaghan - who is holidaying in Mexico - after both notched 14 touchdowns, while National League Two Young Player of the Year Danny Brough collected the top points-scorer award.

Former player-coach Paul Broadbent, who retired from the game after the Knights' play-off defeat, was also given a special award.

Ferres said: "That was to say thank you for the effort that he put in. It was never going to be easy starting from scratch and he earned the respect of all the people at the club, the players, supporters and staff, with his honest forthright approach and his commitment.

"I enjoyed working with him and I hope he enjoys his time with his family and that he gets back into the game at some stage if and when it's the right time."

Updated: 10:48 Saturday, October 18, 2003