Peet previews cup fourth round
- Matt Peet has previewed Saturday’s Betfred Challenge Cup clash against Hull FC, in association with Greenmount Projects.
- Peet: “The players have all came back in determined, optimistic and with a spring in their step.”
- Tickets for the Fourth Round tie are available to purchase online HERE.
Matt Peet has looked ahead to SATURday’s Betfred Challenge Cup fourth round clash against Hull FC.
Talking through the training preparations, Peet said: “The lads had the opportunity to freshen up physically, but more important mentally after the Huddersfield game. They’ve all came back in determined, optimistic and with a spring in their step. Training has still been relatively light, but we’ve been intelligent.”
Speaking on the difference in preparation for league and cup competitions, Peet said: “We’ve had conversations around the cup and what’s at stake, but as far as technical and tactical preparations go not so much. Most clubs talk about processes and how to build and improve which won’t change as you’re still trying to get a better performance than the week before no matter the competition.”
On facing Hull FC, Peet said: “We expect it to be closer than when we met a few weeks ago. They’ll have learnt a little bit from playing us, they’ve got players back from injuries, and they’re improving anyway under John [Cartwright]. Those combinations have led to them starting really well.”
Praising the atmosphere at The Brick Community Stadium, Peet said: “As a Club we’re always trying to improve whilst building on and off the field. Last week was a great atmosphere and occasion, and everything we do is geared towards creating the best we can on gameday. We understand this week is an extra financial commitment, but if people can find the cash and time then I’m sure the game won’t disappoint.”
Looking ahead to Saturday’s Reserves derby against St Helens at Robin Park Arena, Peet said: “This will be a clash between two teams who are competitive at all grades. There’s no doubt that some of the players playing will be on First Team stage in the near future. In it’s own right it will be a really good game.”
Speaking on the ‘We Are Wigan Warriors’ documentary, Peet said: “We really enjoyed the process because of the way JAM and the Club presented it in what they wanted to achieve and the ways they were going to go about it. Once you decide to commit you’ve got to go all in and we granted open access. The crew became part of the team for what was an interesting year. It made me proud when watching back, and it’s a great way to reflect on the season.”
Supporting the search for missing Darren Orme, Peet said: “Both clubs are trying to raise as much awareness as we can to hopefully bring Darren back home safely. There’s a lot of concern as shown in the way the community have turned out to help his family the best they can. Everyone connected to Darren are in our thoughts.”
Tickets for Saturday’s clash against Hull FC remain available to purchase from The Brick Community Stadium Ticket Office and online HERE with General admission Adult tickets now just £10.
