Half term report: Barnsley

At the start of the season I feared for our Championship status under Simon Davey and I really could not see where our next points were coming from. However, since Mark Robins was appointed, our fortunes have really turned around and we are now steadily climbing the table – long may it continue. We were amongst the favourites to be relegated but recent results have started to excite the fans and given us the belief that we really could achieve something special this season.

Are your team exceeding pre-season expectations or under-achieving? Exceeding.

Hero? Daniel Bogdanovic

has achieved cult status. He's the most natural finisher at the club.

Most disappointing player? O'Neill Thompson – showed promise in pre-season but hasn't featured under Mark Robins.

Best moment? Carl Dickinson's 90th minute free-kick to nick a priceless win over Cardiff – revenge for the FA Cup semi-final.

Worst moment? Leading 4-1 against Plymouth after 58 mins only for the referee to abandon the match due to torrential rain.

Best side faced? Newcastle United. Their former Premiership class showed.

Worst side faced? Scunthorpe United. A dour encounter that inevitably ended in a draw.

Is your manager doing a good job? I think that the performances and results speak for themselves.

What has gone right/wrong this season? The change of manager has provided fresh impetus and revitalised the players.

What activity is needed in the January transfer window? It will be good to see Ryan Shotton and Carl Dickinson extend their loan spells with us as they have both been a revelation in defence.

Where will your team finish? 10th