As one or two in this thread have mentioned, I judged Dackers on this solitary game. Thing is, it's what we do, isn't it? A game happens, we observe a particular player, and whatever assessment we make is based on the level of performance that's delivered. We marginalised Dack. I've seen him before and there have been moments when I thought he might be capable of playing at a higher level. He's fat in the same way Sharp is, so let's dismiss this distraction. I expect a rated player to impress me, sadly he didn't step up. Probably because we didn't allow him to, but these are the problems that a talented player has to face throughout their career.
Last night we delivered a first rate game. We matched and bettered them at every turn. Our game management (a term that's now standard) was excellent, and the overall level of performance from every player was what a promotion team should be expected to deliver. The cherry on this cake was the return of the mighty Coutts. It looks like he's back in his groove, and no doubt the physios and doctors will assess his reactions after each game, but what we saw last night warmed the cockle of this man's heart. What Coutts brings to our game is probably more substantial than many of us think, so well done that man, your presence is going to help the team, and that includes the upcoming derby, now that's a thought!
i’ll have that
