Peet: I’m proud
- Matt Peet praised his side after Wigan Warriors’ victory over Salford Red Devils at the DW Stadium.
- Peet: “I’m proud of those players who played through the pain, and if we do achieve anything this year then everyone in that changing room deserves a lot of credit.”
- FT | Wigan Warriors 26-8 Salford Red Devils.
Matt Peet says he is ‘proud’ of side after Wigan Warriors climbed to the top of the Super League table with a victory over Salford Red Devils at the DW Stadium.
On going top of the table, Peet said: “It feels good. It’s a nice bit of recognition as it shows that through the year we have managed to be consistent. We have to build on that now and concentrate on our performances in the hope that the results sort themselves.”
Praising the squad, Peet said: “There were some lads who were pretty doubtful to play tonight but you wouldn’t know watching that game what they’ve been through this week. I’m proud of those players who played through the pain, and if we do achieve anything this year then everyone in that changing room deserves a lot of credit.”
On finding balance, Peet said: “We are trying to find the balance between playing direct and respecting the ball, and opening up to play with some freedom and flow as well. We’ve got that balance a little bit better in the last couple of weeks, and it means you can manage your energy levels more and look after the defensive side as well.”
Speaking on Bevan French, Peet said: “We want him to play with freedom but that’s probably more challenging at the moment because he is having to think about other people’s roles while playing in the halves. We don’t want him to forget his X Factor and we don’t want him to become like anybody else – we want him to be Bevan French. He only needs one or two moments to break the game open.”
Looking ahead to next Saturday’s clash against Leeds Rhinos, Peet said: “Next week will be a big game. Regardless of how Leeds are doing I know it will be a tough as they’ve got so much talent through their team. If we’re the slightest bit off then it can cost.”
On the remaining three games before the play-offs, Peet said: “It’s all about trying to build some form now. We’ve got to keep working hard and remain consistent whether you get the result or not. It’s all about staying true to the process and keeping belief in what you do.”
