I would like to take the opportunity to address a couple of issues in the wake of Saturday's derby draw against Morton.
First of all, my comments regarding the referee Steven McLean's performance. Having watched the game again I feel that my criticism of Steven's overall performance was not proportionate. While I remain in disagreement with a couple of important decisions, in particular the caution given to Gavin Reilly for simulation, I believe it is important I acknowledge when I may have made a couple of incorrect observations.
I speak regularly about self reflection and analysis and therefore it would be hypocritical of me not to do so in these instances.
Secondly, I wish to both acknowledge and thank the outstanding support provided within the stadium on Saturday. I feel that as a club we have taken continued forward steps in the past twelve months and undoubtedly the fanbase has played a pivotal role in galvanising the club.
I am immensely proud of my players and staff in terms of how hard they work and how driven they are to bring success to the club, and I am pleased that the support also appears appreciative of their efforts. We have very much shifted expectations in recent times and while I welcome the challenge of not only meeting, but exceeding them, there will still be plenty of bumps and obstacles along the way.
This is when the support will be most vital and I hope that the fans continue to trust in the players and staff as much as I do.
Thank you again, not just for Saturday, but for the continued and consistent fantastic backing.
