They are a realistic bunch down at Concord Rangers, and boss Danny Scopes always accepted it was about stability in a year of transition - not bold promises.
Nobody seemed to have passed that message onto the Club’s players in December.
Six wins out of six in all competitions have Rangers airborne again - and back within sight of the play-offs.
Impressive defender Aron Pollock has been the pick of the bunch, the 21-year-old marshalled a defence which let in only one National League South goal last month.
Concord’s dream December saw wins over fellow form side Dartford, Eastbourne Borough and Essex rivals Braintree Town and Billericay Town - he was outstanding in every minute he played.
They’re in full flight again, and a season which had an objective of mid-table security may still have a welcome twist!