Surely in the running for the England job?

He's already been there and failed spectacularly.

I think it's a lot more to do with uniting them as a squad and getting them wanting to play for each other, as demonstrated by the little things like going in and coming out together for everything, the way the celebrate forcing mistakes and pat each other on the back for the big shots, even picking each other up when mistakes are made.

Players at Superleague level have all the ability required to play the sport but still need someone to lead and get them working together, fighting for the same common goal as one unit.

Thats what I think Smith has done differently to Lowes

I still remember many doubting him as our coach because of the world cup in 2008.

As I mentioned on the 'second half nilling' thread. We're now enjoying our defence, the commitment and unity in all of our play is extremely impressive. Although the players deserve praise for executing the tactics, you must praise Smith for the turnaround. I've always said with us that I feel we always have a losing streak in us, a period where we'll go the best part of two months without a win, we've been mentally weak for years but I'm confident those days are behind us now, I'm confident we can bounce back from a loss and Smith has brought that confidence.

Well worked out Sherlock. Have you thought about joining the CID?

Agreed Geordie



They certainly seem to be enjoying the game much more than in other years, and I think its a nice touch that they all come out as a bunch now as opposed to single file. Team spirit is alive and well!