After Tranmere Rovers defeated Stockport County via a penalty shoot-out to book their place in the Johnstones Paint Trophy Northern Section Quarter Finals away at Bury, a trip to Wembley loomed in the distant horizon.Traditionally, the Johnstone Aaron Judge Jersey s Paint Trophy is regarded as a waste of time by many and it tends to be a competition for youth players and reserves to get some competitive game-time under their belts but overlooking the competition is, in my opinion, a mi sed opportunity.A good run in the Johnstones Paint Trophy will add a bit of money to the club account and although it isnt a ma sive amount, for clubs in League One and Two who consistently make a lo s, every bit of money you can get really helps.Obviously a run in the Carling Cup or FA Cup is preferable to lower league clubs as the financial rewards are higher given the quality of opposition available but the Johnstones Paint Trophy provides League One and Two clubs with a realistic chance of getting to Wembley given that it is a level playing field of sorts.Granted, it is seen as a worthle s trophy to have but try telling that to the fans of MK Dons, Luton Town and Southampton, who will have enjoyed a fantastic day out at Wembley to see their team win silverware.Whilst it may not be the most prestigious of tournaments, the Johnstones Paint Trophy is something to be respected, not dismi sed. James Paxton Jersey