ORANGE City Lions caretaker coach Nathan Short was a happy man after his sides 22-10 win over the Bathurst Bulldogs at Pride Park on Saturday.
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The former player and premiership winner applauded his side's patience and courage in the traditional fiery affair.
Short believes the two-times defending premiers' record of close wins helped his side continue their solid start to the 2014 Blowes Clothing Cup season.
In contrast, Bulldogs captain Adam Dwyer wasdisappointed to let a golden opportunity slip.
The skipper paid credit to the winners, but admitted his side "switched off" at the game's critical point.