I disliked his puerile antics in Perpignan whilst Adrian Lam was being interviewed, but you have to hand it to Derek for what he's achieved at his club. A transformation on a par with Hull KR's if not better.
The mocked name change to Leopards has proved a game-changer, the whole town seems to have bought in and youngsters identify with it totally. It's like the Bulls transformation from Northern in the 90s.
That was a night to remember, a full house creating an amazing atmosphere, fabulous entertainment on and of the field and a team genuinely competing with the very best in the league. Lam is some coach, too.