David Gray spoke to BBC Scotland before Hibernian's Conference League play-off tie first leg against KAA Gent on Thursday.
Here are the best bits from the head coach:
- Having the opportunity to play for European league phase football was the aim on day one of pre-season, and Gray insists his players have "earned the right" to achieve that.
- His side are "in a really good frame of mind" to create history and they are excited by the challenge.
- The squad is "getting healthier by the day" and although a few picked up a few niggles after Partick Thistle, everyone took part in training on Wednesday, whether it was modified or a full session.
- Gray believes Gent are a very "balanced" side with a mix of youth and experience, quality and a number of "really good athletes" who can hurt opponents on their day.
- The second leg will be in mind, but he's not going to be happy with a draw or defeat, winning on Thursday will be the message.
- On his "rollercoaster" 100 games in charge, Gray reiterates it "might not look like I enjoy it, but I do, I am thoroughly enjoying it" and adds he's excited because he knows there is more to come from this group.
- Along with the incredible travelling fans again, he hopes to share "a special night" and to send them home happy.
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