oh sure. But the blog - what was what I was replying to - was really about Holt starting

"As soon as a Holt-less team is announced there is a tangible disappointment in the crowd."

"Crucially, who will lead the huddle? Before every game I watch those huddles and I try to imagine the power of the words spoken in that most private of team moments. And always I think of Holt and of how his ordinary Cumbrian vowels will inspire his team-mates. I love it when the gathering seems to go on just a little longer than it should, keeping referee and opponents waiting before the yellow circle breaks and battle commences. There?s almost a suggestion that the Holt-led huddle is saying ?Up yours! We?ll play when we?re ready!?

It could just be my imagination but I genuinely do think this ?Holt influence? on others is significant. Home fans are galvanised by him and without his lead were significantly quieter on Saturday. Away fans dislike him and allow their focus to be distracted from supporting their own side. Officials are constantly aware of his presence while his colleagues do seem palpably motivated by his driving presence."

etc etc.

But obviously agree with you that he's done a good job as sub when he's come on.

Posted By: Tricky Hawes, Feb 20, 14:03:25