The 25-year-old secures the prize for the first time this season after a hugely impressive month in front of goal.
Indeed, the winger grabbed three goals and three assists in as many league matches as Gareth Taylor’s side recorded back-to-back home wins against West Ham United and Reading.
It’s the second time in as many months that a City player has scooped the award, with Bunny Shaw having topped the voting charts in March.
Kelly saw off competition from Manchester United’s Hannah Blundell, Aston Villa’s Rachel Daly, Tottenham Hotspur’s Beth England, Leicester City’s Courtney Nevin and Brighton & Hove Albion’s Elisabeth Terland.
Speaking about her success, she said: “It feels amazing to win this award, and it was a great month for us.
“It was really nice to get some goals and assists, and to help the team as much as I can.
“I’m feeling really good at the moment but it’s the team’s performances that allow me to pick up awards like this.
“It’s been great both on and off the pitch with the girls, and I’m just learning as much as I can –I’m in good form, but I will always aim to keep improving.
“We have a great team of players and staff here,and it’s so enjoyable coming in every day.
““Hopefully we can finish on a high this season in the last two games and give as much as we can back to our amazing fans.”
