Striker's return a boost for Cashmere Technical ahead of crucial Coastal clash
Garbhan Coughlan came off the bench in Tech's 6-0 win over Selwyn United last weekend, marking his return with a goal after missing several games to attend his brother's wedding in Ireland.
Captain Tom Schwarz said Coughlan's return was a big boost, but credited the whole squad for starting to click after a patchy start to the season that saw them drop as low as fifth.
'We had a bit where we weren't playing too badly but we weren't picking up results. It's always nice to play reasonably well and get three points.
'Everyone's aware of Garb's qualities on the football pitch, especially in front of goal, so he adds a massive amount to the team.'
Tech are now third, two points behind second-placed Coastal Spirit, who have a game in hand.
Only the top two sides at the end of the season qualify for the National League.
Kick-off at Linfield Park is at noon on Sunday.
Southern League points
Chch Utd 23; Coastal 21; Cashmere Tech 19; Ferrymead Bays 17; Nelson 16; Nomads 15; Dunedin CR 13; Wanaka 12; Universities 4; Selwyn Utd 1
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