[shakermaker]

Strange how a comedy of errors and a terrible refereeing performance led to such a thrilling game.

Danny Coid was fantastic for us at full back with little or no protection from Micah Evans throughout the game. Leam ought to teach Evans 'tracking back for dummies' soon as the lad only looks interested when on the ball, which is only one part of the game. I hope Craig Lindfield's injury clears up quickly so he can return to the fold.
Contrast that with the brilliant Michael Smith who was still galloping around on 90+4 minutes. Smith not only bagged a hat trick and an assist but also blocked a shot which looked certain to go in. His movement, technical ability and awareness impresses me and he seems to be a calm figure which is why goals will come easily for him. He could go far.
Peter Murphy gave a great performance in central midfield alongside the puppet-master Bryan Hughes, bombing forward and adding a lot to our play in the final third. Well done Pete. Luke Joyce was Luke Joyce. Mr Dependable; always there to sweep up, break up and link up the play.
I felt that at times Dean Winnard had to do the job of two centre halves today as Toto looked out of his depth and made mistakes during the most basic of tasks. I'll be a lot happier when Sean Hessey returns. Kevin McIntyre battled fantastically.
Padraig was tireless again and even picked up a bloody nose for his efforts. He deserved a goal but that will come I'm sure.
Ian Dunbavin got the Gills back into the game and he will know that he could've cost us the points today. There was nothing he could've done about the spectacular Gills equaliser to make it 1-1 but the following two were fatal mistakes.

Some heavy work on defensive organisation is needed but with our forward play the way it is, we can beat anyone in this league.

Let's do this.

Well done Leam, Phil and Bryan. A memorable managerial debut!