Howe proved his worth and significance to Ciaran Kilduff's team, who are currently second in the table, with two goals in the 3-1 victory over Peamount United.

The goal she scored against Peamount was nominated for the League of Ireland Goal of the Month, demonstrating the outstanding form of the Northern Ireland international.

Howe, who transferred from Sligo Rovers to Athlone this season, made an immediate impression by forming a rapport with Madison Gibson and Chloe Singleton, two other strikers.

Howe won the most votes, beating out Eva Mangan of Cork City and Pearl Slattery, the captain of Shelbourne.