Carl Hutchings - Southend United Player-of-the-Month for December

Hutchings celebrating one of his four goals this season

Of those that voted in the poll 28.9% voted for Hutchings while in joint second place were Tes Bramble and Blues player/manager Rob Newman with 21.9%. Mark Rawle finished third with 7.9%.

Hutchings has made 27 appearances for the Blues this season and has scored 4 goals. The 27 year old is a valuable member of Rob Newman's squad as Hutchings can play anywhere along the back four or his more favoured position in midfield.