Jewell: Hutchings is right man
Paul Jewell has backed his former assistant Chris Hutchings to
thrive in his new role at Wigan, after being appointed as the
club's new manager.
There were more than a few eyebrows raised when Wigan chairman Dave
Whelan promoted Hutchings at The JJB, but Jewell is confident his
old right-hand man is ready to make a name for himself in his own
right.
Hutchings lasted just 137 days when he took over at Bradford in
similar circumstances back in 2000 but Jewell feels the
circumstances are different at Wigan than those at Valley
Parade.
Of the opinion that Bradford acted in haste in dispensing with
Hutchings' services, Jewell believes Wigan will demonstrate greater
patience.
He told Sky Sports News: "A lot of people are talking about big
names - but Chris knows the game and club inside out, he's good and
honest, he's got good knowledge, he's a good coach.
"He was probably sacked too early at Bradford - but when I got the
job at Bradford a lot of people were moaning about me.
"He's good enough and I hope he goes on from strength to
strength."