: Thu Feb 19, 2009 8:36 am  

Leyther_Matt wrote:

A lot less expletives in your written review of the game, Joe

I don't think I can ever remember any side getting such a good reception from their fans as the lads got at the end of the game tonight. Terrific defensive performance and Fev only won it when we had 11 men on the field.

Had Hobson, up to that point playing very well, not had a brain fart then I think we might have won by a comfortable 10 points or so.

Hugely proud of those 16 lads tonight.

Wasnt just Leigh fans staying to applaud them, all the Fev fans near me did the same, boy were they nervous when Hill and Higson nearly pinched it

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 8:42 am  

maurice wrote:

Wasnt just Leigh fans staying to applaud them, all the Fev fans near me did the same, boy were they nervous when Hill and Higson nearly pinched it

Yes the chance we had near the end , the one when ' Cooky ' broke through but had no support

Not a criticism of the other players they had ran themselves to death in defence , but I was once again baffled by Niel's use of subs

A bit poinless having your biggest prop on the bench when playing down a slope when you are men down and are unlikely to go round the opposition

What was needed was a line breaker through the middle , I look forward to watching the DVD

As for the performance

Outstanding

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 8:58 am  

It looks like we have a team here with great spirit, everyone of them lads played there hearts out for one another last night which is great to see. I thought Durbin looked good again and stood up in defence. Higson looked good in the centres and looked a threat. Also think wingy needs a mention, he was eager all night and ran the ball in hard everytime. I am really looking forward to watching this team grow.

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 9:35 am  

Very proud of the lads last night thought waston had his best game so far this season his tackling was imense given his size as was most of the team.

Durbin, Higson and Donlan are going to be key for us this season all 3 quality

Ref - well i think it says it all when the oposing fans think he was very harsh on us. Young lad influenced by the home crowd and he had a shocker Have to say though he got the Hobson desision spot on

Hobson - Got to get rid now what a liability you can garantee 3 pens a game from him at the very least and 1 in 3 games he will be sent off or sin binned. In my opinion he doesnt even bring that much to the table his defence is awful at best and is nowhere near fit enough for this league. He lets the fans and team mates down constantly and really gives anything back. Think its time for Mr Hobson to go like he should of done last season

Fev supporters - a few are ok like the ones who have posted on here but i have never been to a ground like it every takle is boooo'ed and ooohhhhh'ed it no wonder they get so many penalties. It the last time i will go there because its so frustrating we are all a bit biased but these guys are unbeliveable and spoiled my enjoyment anyway so thanks for that.

All in all if we can show that spirit week in week out we will be there or there abouts come play off time and those who have written us off might get a shock or two well done Leigh very proud to support you as always

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:07 am  

Saley2 wrote:

Fev supporters - a few are ok like the ones who have posted on here but i have never been to a ground like it every takle is boooo'ed and ooohhhhh'ed it no wonder they get so many penalties. It the last time i will go there because its so frustrating we are all a bit biased but these guys are unbeliveable and spoiled my enjoyment anyway so thanks for that.

It doesn't half work though - the TS Terrace used to give a good few forward pass decisions at HP so time for the West Stand to sit down and be counted at the LSV

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:21 am  

What was he sent off for?????

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:23 am  

trainee_lobbygobbler wrote:

What was he sent off for?????

Swinging arm - he went in for the challenge and a quick change of body position from the Fev man and Hobson was caught out. Ref got it right, along with Stewart's ten minutes.

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:38 am  

Not much to add from last night that's not already been said but have to applaud the lads on there efforts. Extremley proud of their never say die attitude.

Sunday was a masterclass in attacking rugby and last night was the same in defence, if we can put the two together consistently it could be a very interesting season!

One small gripe however - did anyone see the Leigh player who ran off down the tunnel straight after the final whistle. Obviously didn't think we deserved any thanks for travelling all the way over to Yorkshire on a wet Wednesday evening to support him!! At most clubs this wouldn't even be an issue but at Leigh we have a tradition of clapping each other off win, lose or draw. It's a shame said player doesn't seem to know this! As I said minor gripe and it's not a big deal just wouldn't want to see it happening on a regular basis.

Anyway as I said extremley proud of the lads last night you were excellent!!

Roll on Sunday!!

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 10:54 am  

Didn't even notice it to be honest, Saley. I'm sure they either had a good excuse (dodgy pre-match meal?!) or they shall be taught the ways of the herd sooner rather than later.

: Thu Feb 19, 2009 11:00 am  

It was cookson and he has done it before he likes his sulks after we lose