Leigh Griffiths named as Scottish Premier League Player of the Month

Hibernian's Leigh Griffiths has been awarded the first Clydesdale Bank Player of the Month of the season for his performances during August.

The forward was in impressive form for Pat Fenlon's side, helping Hibs to seven points in four matches.

Griffith's personal contribution included three goals with a double against St Mirren following a crucial goal against hearts in the Edinburgh derby.

Hibernian forward Leigh Griffiths has been named the Clydesdale Bank Premier League Player of the Month for August.

Manager Pat Fenlon said the striker had merited the award for his work rate as well as his scoring exploits.

He said: "He's been fantastic and chipped in with a fair few goals but all over the pitch we have had players playing well since the start of the season.

"I'm delighted for him, he's full of confidence just now and it's great when players get rewarded like that."

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