By PON_News
Notts County midfielder Dan Crowley has been a pivotal figure in the Magpies’ successful start to the season.
Despite missing their win over Accrington Stanley due to a minor injury, Crowley’s impact has been undeniable, and his return was marked with a stunning performance in the 4-2 victory against Bromley, where he scored and provided two assists.
Reflecting on the club’s promising form, Crowley emphasised the importance of the Meadow Lane faithful and staying grounded as the season progresses. “It’s massive," Crowley said when asked about the support at Meadow Lane.
"I remember going to big clubs earlier in my career, and it was intimidating. When you play against teams that are possession-based, and they have this massive pitch, perfect grass, and a roaring crowd in the stadium, you feel like you’ve already lost before the game even starts. So, I can imagine what it feels like for other teams coming to Meadow Lane with our fans and how well we play.”
Indeed, Meadow Lane has become a fortress for Notts County, and it’s clear that Crowley thrives off the atmosphere. “I’m not worried about home games,” he continued.
“It’s more the away games. We feel that as a team, if we can get really good at our away performances and keep picking up points, it’s going to be easier for us to get promoted. I just love playing at Meadow Lane; it’s so enjoyable.”
Despite his confidence in home games, Crowley is not one to rest on his laurels. When pressed on how he motivates himself for away matches, he clarified,
“It wasn’t that I focus more on away games; it’s just that I know how well we do at home. If we can pick up points away, it’s going to give us a massive chance of going up. So, it’s not that our focus is solely on away games.”
One of the most impressive aspects of Crowley’s season so far has been his ability to contribute directly to goals. With three goals and four assists in just six games, he has already bettered many players’ season-long statistics.
Yet, Crowley isn’t satisfied just yet: “Hopefully, I always want to keep getting better. Last season, my goals and assists were pretty good, but this season I want more, and I think I can do that.”
Amid the positive start, Crowley stressed the importance of staying grounded. “Last season was a massive learning curve. At the start, when we were doing so well, I thought we were going to win the league,” he admitted.
“This season, it feels different in terms of the characters we have in the team. It’s a very calm group, and that’s nothing against last season’s squad, but this year it feels more chilled.”
Crowley’s maturity and reflective nature are evident as he discusses the importance of taking each game as it comes. He knows the dangers of getting ahead of themselves, especially in a long season.
“You never win the league at the start of the season," he warned. "There’s a long way to go. We just have to keep focusing on our performances, and the results will work out if we keep playing well.”
Crowley’s message extends beyond the dressing room, urging fans to share the team’s mindset. “I hope the fans stay humble and take it one game at a time, just like we do. Of course, everyone gets excited when we perform well, but we have to stay level-headed. That’s how we’ll go far.”
As Notts County continue their charge in League Two, Crowley’s leadership, both on and off the pitch, will be crucial. His awareness of the challenges ahead, combined with his belief in the squad’s quality, makes him a key figure in Notts County’s quest for promotion.
With Meadow Lane packed and buzzing, and a team growing in confidence, Crowley’s vision of success might well become a reality. But as he wisely reminds everyone, the season is long, and the journey has just begun.
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