Blackpool boss pitted against Cardiff City, Lincoln City and Luton Town figures for monthly prize

Blackpool boss Ian Evatt has been nominated for April manager of the month in League One following his side’s impressive run of form.

By mid-March, the Seasiders were firmly in the third tier’s relegation battle, and looked short of the confidence and fight to turn things around.

Something ultimately clicked for the Fylde Coast outfit, as they recorded 22 points from their final nine games to finish 13th in the ladder - 11 points above the bottom four.

A strong April was at the heart of this, with Evatt’s side winning four of their five games throughout the month.

Defensive stability was at the heart of this, shipping just two goals during that period and claiming three 1-0 victories.

There’s some tough competition for the Blackpool boss to pick up the individual monthly accolade, with two of the promoted managers also up for the award.

Michael Skubala enjoyed an impressive season all round with League One champions Lincoln City, as they finished the campaign with 103 points under their belts and an unbeaten record stretching back to November.

Throughout April, the Imps won five of their six games, and drew the other, as they secured the title.

Last month also saw Cardiff City mathematically confirm their promotion under Brian Barry-Murphy at the first time of asking.

The Bluebirds enjoyed an unbeaten April as they put 14 points on the board with four wins and two draws.

Luton Town’s Jack Wilshere is the other contender for the latest managerial award.

While the Hatters ultimately missed out on a place in the play-offs, they put themselves in the picture with five wins and one draw last month - as well as enjoying EFL Trophy success with a 3-1 victory over Stockport County at Wembley.

The winner of April's manager of the month will be announced on Friday morning.

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