Danny Carey-Bertram has finally been given a chance in the Hereford United side, and he hopes to grab the opportunity with both hands and continue in the rich vein of form that he has shown in January.
The twenty year old netted six times from four starts last month, which he hopes will be enough to earn himself a run in the first eleven, having spent most of his one and a half year career at Edgar Street on the bench. But with David Brown, Adam Stansfield and Lee Mills providing tough competition he knows that he will have to keep playing well to retain his place.
"I've been waiting all season for my chance and the gaffer has shown faith with me in the last few weeks. I've done myself justice by scoring six goals." He told the Evening News. "It's been difficult this season because I had a problem with my knee and hamstring and it kept me out for two months. Then I've got competition from Browny, Millsy and Adam. All I could do is work hard and bide my time."
The start of the season proved a frustrating time for Carey-Bertram, with the three strikers hitting the back of the net frequently it was always going to be a difficult task displacing them. "All three of them started the season off well and it was disappointing for me because it makes you feel like you want to be out there doing your bit. The other three have got the experience on me. But I've always thought I could do the job for Hereford up front. The gaffer's always believed in me and I believe in my own ability.
"At the moment, I'm doing well. I'm just looking to keep my place in the side. I've got to keep scoring, working hard in training and doing my best in games. "But I'm enjoying things. It's the best feeling in football, scoring goals and running to your own fans."