Notts County Manager Luke Williams Praises Team’s Performance in First Pre-Season Friendly

it was good to see how different both teams were setup, i think the first was a bit more defensive minded and the second had more attacking options. it was good to david mcgoldrick. jim o brien was superb. aidan stone looks like a good keeper to have between the sticks.

i hope he plays against stoke.

Great job to the lads on their first pre-season friendly! A 3-0 win is nothing to sniff at. Looking forward to seeing more as the season progresses.

It was a nice trip. I enjoyed watching the teams and observing how the squad interacted with one another. The coaching before and after the game was particularly interesting. I believe this is an often-overlooked aspect of the club’s success. Everyone takes their role seriously, which helps prepare the players on the pitch. I cannot single out any one performance, but it was wonderful to see the youth players feature. I hope we see more of them during the season.

Both halves of the squad performed well. Luke William was spot-on with his post-match thoughts. Nuneaton played well, though their challenges were somewhat aggressive. It was nice to see that we weren’t afraid to give as good as we got!

What stands out to me is Luke Williams' focus on individual performances. It's great that he recognises the capabilities of each player on the team like, Dan Crowley’s ability with the ball and the confidence of Macaulay Langstaff and Cedwyn Scott. This level of understanding builds a strong foundation for a successful season.

The pressure on young players when they step on the pitch can be immense, especially if they're playing with experienced teammates. Hearing how brilliantly they've handled it from the manager is truly commendable and shows a great deal of maturity on their part.

Luke Williams seems to have a clear idea of his team's playing style and how he wants to maintain it while introducing some changes. This reflects his adaptability and understanding of the game dynamics.

It's great to hear the positive comments about Aaron Nemane's speed and precision. He’s going to be a game changer this season!

It's wonderful to see a manager who not only identifies and appreciates the contributions of the more experienced players but also praises the young ones. A balanced team is a successful team.

It's reassuring to see Williams focus on continuation from last season's style of play. He understands the importance of sticking to what has worked, while exploring necessary changes during pre-season.

It was great to see the youth players included. I am not sure why we have a trialist keeper. I hope he’s just warming up because, with how good Aidan Stone looked, we have more than enough cover with Tiernan Brooks and the experienced hands of Sam Slocombe. I think it would be a waste of money to bring in another keeper, which could be spent on a centre back.

I'm thrilled to see Williams praise the team’s performance in their first pre-season friendly. It seems he realises the importance of starting strong and how significantly it can boost the team’s confidence moving forward. Nevertheless, his caution towards reading too much into the results shows fatherly wisdom. It’s a brilliant balance between encouragement and a gentle reminder to stay grounded.

What I find impressive about Williams' approach is his ability to maintain a balanced view. He recognises the promising elements and performances but avoids prioritising the results over progress. This highlights how this mentality could potentially carry the team through the rest of the season well.