Bees boss praises 'steady' signing

Last updated : 13 February 2007 By Smallsy
Brentford boss Scott Fitzgerald today heaped praise on defender Gary Richards following an excellent debut in the win against Brighton.

Having swapped the Championship for League One the defender signed for a club last week and was thrown straight into the action at the weekend. Scott Fitzgerald said,

"Im happy with a steady debut from Gary Richards"

The Brentford boss backed the defender to help the Bees in their campaign to avoid relegation and went on to say,

"I like him and as I said I've known him since he was an apprentice at Colchester and I kept an eye on him. He's reliable, can head it, kick it and tackle. He's a good defender."