Hercules is riding high on motivation, with one of the season’s bold bets centering on the blue-and-white squad’s forward line. Jack Harper has voiced a clear message: after a tough Sunday, the team will emerge hungry, well-prepared, and intent on a win against Ebro on Saturday at 7pm. The early-season setback in Teruel is seen as a blip in a season full of potential rather than a doom-filled moment.
The Spanish-Scottish forward acknowledged that the loss stung and described the performance as competitive, yet stressed that the squad’s focus remains on conditioning and growth rather than the league table. “We’re not chasing standings,” Harper said. “We’re getting better every day, and this weekend we’ll use the setback as a learning experience, which matters.”
Harper urged restraint, warning against overreaction to results as the team rebuilds. He recalled the squad’s relatively young character and urged patience: “We can’t hang medals on victories or dramatize losses. The key is the next game. Whether we win or lose, the goal is to keep progressing. Fans want success, and we’ll push for it throughout the year.” The forward also noted that the energy in the stands during warm-ups adds extra motivation, and he expressed a wish to dedicate victories to supporters, families, and the team alike. Every bit of support helps, he added.
From euphoria to common sense
The squad’s energy shifted after another gruelling 90 minutes, with the forward admitting a surge of emotional happiness and renewed motivation. He believes this season could be pivotal for both him and Hércules, noting, “I feel better every day, I’m satisfied with my teammates, and I sense it will be a strong year.”
He reflected on his development over the past three years, suggesting that the Teruel defeat highlighted a simple truth: even in every division, a single detail can decide the game. That lesson now anchors his approach as the campaign unfolds.
Harper helped spark renewed joy for Hércules late in the Teruel match, though a refereeing decision canceled the goal for offside. Watching the replay, the forward joked that the call was fair enough to him, noting the sequence offered insight even if the cameras did not capture every angle. He smiled at the memory, acknowledging the setback without bitterness. The moment underscored a growing belief that the team’s rhythm is building, even when outcomes are imperfect.
The blue-and-white striker has started in two consecutive matches, and his confidence continues to rise with each game.
Dylan Leiva, Hércules defender: “Take it step by step, without going crazy”
As the season progresses, Leiva emphasizes a measured, steady climb. He argues that consistent, incremental improvements will prove more valuable than dramatic, short-lived bursts, especially in a league that rewards day-by-day effort and discipline.
Legends match
The centennial commission has organized a legends game to mark the club’s 100-year anniversary. The match, set for Rico Pérez, will pit Hércules’ current squad against a squad of club legends. The exact rosters and participants are to be announced in the buildup to the event, with only the coaches for Hércules legends confirmed so far — Manolo Jiménez and Quique Hernández — and additional surprises anticipated as the preparations continue.