Andy Lynch: Hull FC must knuckle down and avoid the hype
HULL FC captain Andy Lynch has warned his side to forget the hype surrounding the club and focus on knuckling down at training every day.
Lynch admits the players are aware of the huge expectation and excitement that has grown in and around the Black and Whites over the off-season.
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Hull FC captain Andy Lynch has warned his teammates not to be distracted by the hype surrounding the club
It is an expectation fuelled by the strong words of owner Adam Pearson and coach Peter Gentle, both of whom are bullish about making the club trophy contenders.
Even Sunday's 28-18 derby defeat to Hull KR has failed to dampen the enthusiasm of most, with fans convinced Hull can make a serious bid for a top-four finish this season.
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But while happy to be regarded as a side on the up, Lynch has warned his team-mates they cannot afford to fall into the trap of getting lost in the hype.
And, with that in mind, he says the squad's only thoughts should be on giving their best every day if they are to be genuine contenders.
"There is a lot of talk and hype outside the club about this team from the media and some fans about what we could do," Lynch told the Mail.
"We cannot rely on that hype, hype doesn't win you games.
"It is down to us players and we have to work to the best of our best ability every day.
"In the gym, on the training field, in video sessions, each day and each week we have to work as hard as possible because if we don't we won't win games or trophies."
Hull have returned to training this week with that mentality after a disappointing performance against Hull KR on Sunday.
Beaten convincingly on the day, the Black and Whites failed to build on a positive first run-out against Castleford Tigers in a stuttering display.
With the younger members of the squad lining up with several of the club's under-19s for the trip to York on Sunday, the derby was Hull's last chance to impress before opening their campaign against defending Super League champions Leeds on February 2.
Aware it will take time to find their best form as the new combinations established in pre-season begin to gel, Lynch says Hull need to focus on getting points on board early in the season, and not on hitting their best form or playing their best rugby from the off.
"We'll take small steps early in the season to get us to where we need to be and then hopefully we can start running," added Lynch.
"The Leeds game will be a tough start to Super League but it is all about picking up two points and it doesn't matter how we do it.
"We know it will take some time to get our form where we want it to be and that will be the same for a lot of teams.
"What is important about these early few games is simply winning and putting points on the board to help you as you build into the season.
"Leeds have a nice new field at Headingley and it would be nice to christen that pitch in the first Super League game with a win for us."
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by hullkr117
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 11:39PM
“Tis i Tezza of OZ ,Gday Hfc on the down since when as Hfc been Goliath in the Rugby League World not even in the city of Hull lol .”
by FC_ON_THE_UP
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 10:38PM
“I thought it was a good result for Rovers on sunday, a real David vs Goliath performance. Although it did come at a cost sadly, what with all the injuries and that. And i must admit, i was as shocked as most people at the result. The same happened in the Leeds - Bradford game, the Bulls raced into an 18-0 lead only for Leeds to come back and snatch a draw at the death. Rob Burrow has said on sky that Leeds have plenty to work on but at least the friendly highlighted the areas they were poor in, and this is exactly the same for FC.”
by Forest_0313
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 10:32PM
“Cashbackprom
I can feel it in your posts.
You are angry after all the bile served up by Pearson , gentle and Mcrea
We have signed 6 future internationals
We are bigger faster and stronger
We have tricks up our sleeves
Sunday will be a gauge of how far we have progressed
Bla bla bla
Don't BEL13VE the hype”
by cashbackprom
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 10:00PM
“Forest, what? like the same hype your spouting about Eden, how many times did you see him play, & oh,if he's that great, unlike rovers & McDonnell, why were they more than happy to let him go, was it because rovers were getting that desperate to sign a full-back they were willing to pay an amount that was too good to turn down? I hope it all goes well with your new girlfriend by the way!”
by Red_Army
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:32PM
“Enjoy your Rugby 12010.....and you never know, he may prove us all wrong....”
by hullkr117
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:31PM
“Tis i Tezza of OZ .Hype what hype Hfc bought Ellis and that was that .Afraid the rumblings have started ,straight swap Gentles for Agar .Don't forget under Agar you was getting bigger crowds .Just having a bit of fun ,i can still hear that Robin singing all together now When the Red Red Robin comes bob bob bobbing along ect., ps up the ROBINS”
by Red_Army
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:30PM
“You may get a good performance out of him if your lucky enough to play a bottom 2 team when the temperature is 25 centigrade or above....as long as it's not windy....
flashback, he only played 18 games anyway, couldn't manage 10 of them........I think he chipped a nail or his tights were laddered....I can't recall...”
by hullfc12010
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:29PM
“@ Red & Forest.
Just have to wait and see what this season brings for him. He will have no more loyalty to us then he did you in my opinion therefore we can't expect a more committed performance from him this season then last I guess. I hope he steps up to the mark and I'll judge him over a number of games rather then one-offs .... same can't be said for a lot of fans though.
I still think both clubs are in for good seasons. Like the look of some of the KR youngsters and I was really impressed with Cox on Sunday. He certainly took some stopping. Only problem with these youngsters is the "bigger" clubs will start sniffing round and their heads get turned, Hopefully you will keep hold of these and build a good squad for the future.”
by Forest_0313
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:22PM
“by cashbackpromTuesday, January 22 2013, 9:11PM
"Forest, I saw him play in all the games he featured in on Sky, & against Hull
Point proven
now move along Dopey
Don't BEL13VE the hype
lol”
by big_redrobin
Tuesday, January 22 2013, 9:19PM
“i see tom is jumping the sinking ship.....and who can blame him....with mr pearson at the helm and mr gentles has 1st mate (not forgetting cabin boy mr mcrea)...i can see the "hms dullfc" steering into some very rocky waters this season.........i'll give it 6 games before the whispers of a mutany start being muttered by the fc faithless”