'Green Army did us proud' says Steve Harper

Apr 21 2010 by Mark Douglas, The Journal

“They were fantastic hosts,” he said. “I saw the girls holding up the banner that said ‘Congratulations from the Green Army’ and I thought it was very good of them to do that.

“They played their part and it was just a fantastic place to be at the end of the game.”

Harper knows Plymouth assistant boss John Carver well from his time on the coaching staff at United, and believes he may have played a part in the club extending such a fine welcome.

Carver joined Argyle to work alongside Paul Mariner earlier in the season and although results and performances improved under his joint tutelage, it was not enough to save them from League One.

Harper (pictuerd right) now hopes that Carver will be able to celebrate his only promotion next term.

“I’m sure John Carver, who’s here and is an excellent coach, had something to do with that because his connections to Newcastle are well documented,” he said.

“He’s a fantastic coach and I hope he gets some success because he deserves it. I’m sure all of Newcastle will wish Plymouth well for next season.”