Haveron is wary of the dangers of complacency in the camp

Carrick Rangers have developed something of a winning habit of late but, while the manager is delighted about that, he’s aware things can change suddenly and without warning - and he’s wary of the dangers of complacency.
Carrick's players applaud the fans after Saturday's 3-0 win over Bangor in the Steel and Sons Cup. Photo: Adam SimpsonCarrick's players applaud the fans after Saturday's 3-0 win over Bangor in the Steel and Sons Cup. Photo: Adam Simpson
Carrick's players applaud the fans after Saturday's 3-0 win over Bangor in the Steel and Sons Cup. Photo: Adam Simpson

“Winning is a really good habit and it’s definitely hard to beat the cycle when it sets in. However, all it takes is for something simple to happen to disrupt your momentum and it can leave you unable to buy a win. So we won’t be taking anything for granted and will respect all opposition,” said Gary Haveron.

“Saturday’s game, from which we emerged convincing 3-0 victors against a very good Bangor team shows how things can change, even from one half of a game to another.

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“The first half saw us playing ordinary enough football and it was another of those matches in which we didn’t play anything like we can for a long spell.

“It was scoreless at the break and, if anything, Bangor had the best chance to score at Clandeboye Park.

“We got them in at half-time and told them to be braver and play a bit further up the pitch and suddenly we were a different side, Miguel Chines opening the scoring and Ben Roy doubling the lead from close range before Conor McCloskey added a third late in the match.

“It was a very one-sided second half and we are delighted to get into the last eight.

“The draw is not until Saturday afternoon and why that should be the case I’m not sure. I don’t see the sense in clubs having to stew about who they will meet as they wait so long.”

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