HOUSTON, CMC – Assistant coach Hutson Charles has credited new head coach Stephen Hart and Director of Football Leo Beenhakker for improving the fortunes of Trinidad and Tobago which has advanced to the quarter finals of the 2013 CONCACAF Gold Cup.
Charles, who led the team from the opening Gold Cup qualifier against French Guiana, said he was impressed by the level of understanding among members of the coaching staff.
“I think they’ve brought experience. Watching how Stephen Hart works and how Mr Beenhakker interacted, especially during the sessions and the advice he’s been giving, I think it’s been a tremendous help to the team,” said Charles, a former T and T midfielder.
“There is a lot to be learnt from this”.
The Soca Warriors defeated Honduras two goals to nil to clinch on Monday to secure their place.
Kenwyne Jones scored from the penalty spot early in the second half and provided Kevin Molino with an assist mid-day through the final half to seal victory.
“I was elated seeing where we came from in the qualifiers to where we are right now. I think wanting to do well made the difference,” said Hudson
“It sunk into the minds of the players that it was time we do something to make the country proud. They went out there with right mental approach and we did the job”.
The Soca Warriors defeated Honduras two goals to nil to secure their place after bouncing back to draw with El Salvador in their opening fixture.
They take on Mexico in one of two quarter-final matches set for the Georgia Dome in Atlanta tomorrow.
“It will take time to get more consistency but hopefully we can keep it up,” said Charles.
“The next match against Mexico will be another big test for us but we’re really looking forward to this challenge”.
