Brisbane Lions midfield star Will Ashcroft has added the AFL coaches' award for player of the finals to his growing list of accolades. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement AdvertisementThe grand final votes carry an extra 50 per cent loading, meaning Ashcroft was given 13.5. "His ability to shine under pressure, and once again perform in the grand final is remarkable. Advertisement AdvertisementAdvertisement Advertisement"For me, it's always been about getting the opportunity to play in finals, big finals, grand finals and then win," Ashcroft said after the grand final. It is the 10th year of the Gary Ayres Award, named after the former Hawks star who played in five premiership sides and won two Norm Smith medals.