Northampton Town manager Chris Hogg praised teenage defender Bobby Ashton after his impressive debut for the Cobblers in the EFL Trophy against Brighton Under-21s. Ashton, 16, started at left-back and was a bright spot on an otherwise disappointing night for the Cobblers.
What happened?
Ashton impressed in his debut, showing solid character and attitude. Hogg praised the young defender, saying he was 'terrific' and 'really good'.
Why it matters for Northampton Town
The Cobblers are currently 24th in League One, 68 points behind leaders Lincoln, with a goal difference of -35. They have scored 39 goals and conceded 74 this season. Hogg's praise for Ashton suggests that the club is looking to develop young talent.
What comes next?
Ashton will look to build on his debut performance and continue to develop his skills. Hogg will be hoping to see more of the same from the young defender in future games.
Northampton Town are currently in the midst of a tough season, but Hogg's praise for Ashton suggests that there is hope for the future. The club will be looking to develop young talent like Ashton to help them climb the league table.
In related news, Northampton Town's recent form has been LLLLL, with the team struggling to find consistency. However, Hogg's praise for Ashton suggests that there is still hope for the team to turn things around.
The Cobblers will be looking to bounce back from their disappointing performance against Brighton Under-21s and Ashton will be hoping to continue to impress in future games.
