Quote: Bullnorthern "In relation to the outbursts others find embarrassing I much prefer a coach and a man who speaks his mind rather than someone who speaks in bland non confrontational sound bites we hear from so many in our game.
I disagree with some of his opinions and selection choices. But I've disagreed with many selection choices of previous coaches at our club . That is in the DNA of any fan.
I have even disagreed with the doyen of contemporary coaches, Wayne Bennett , currently preparing for the Aussie Grand Final. There are plenty of examples of Bennett taking fans and media to task .
One of the hallmarks of a good coach is being his own man - call it opinionated stubborn , ruthless if you want.'"
The thing is, if you be your own man and the team is successful, then you're a good coach. If you be your own man and the team run around the pitch like a bunch of headless chickens then you're not