A Son of the Rock

New Bayview, 10/10/09

Well; in the “spot the formation” game it seemed to be 3-4-1-2.

The first half was a bit turgid, Vojacek never had a save to make and Chaplain came closest for us with a snapshot which their keeper dealt with well. Why, though, was Chris Craig one of the front two?

Second half was much better. After his goal – a break at last, the ball fell for him in the box – Dennis McLaughlin suddenly looked a good player and when Roddy Hunter came on we were full of menace. (He’s a forward, Chappie – Craig isn’t.)

I was worried that we would sit back and let them on to us – which they tried to do and the game spread out a bit. The failure to convert the two very good chances we had after the goal I thought might come back to haunt us. Vojacek had a couple of good saves but we didn’t concede. No need for Chappie to make impact subs. Alan Cook was impressively solid, if showing his inexperience at times, and Chissie worked hard.

No failures today but Ben Gordon’s confidence in his ability means he takes a few too many risks.

Since Clyde also won, it was a great three points.

Onwards to Alloa next week.

Edited to add:-

I was well prepared, took gloves and hat….
And I didn’t need them! I didn’t even do up my jacket.
What’s happened to New Bayview? It’s usually Arctic – never mind Baltic – there. (It doesn’t help that the stand is built with its back to the winter sun.)