Gray on Gent, 100 games & creating history

David Gray spoke to BBC Scotland before Hibernian's Conference League play-off tie first leg against KAA Gent on Thursday. Here are the best bits from the head coach: Having the opportunity to play for European league phase football was the aim on day one of pre-season, and Gray insists his players have "earned the right" to achieve that. His side are "in a really good frame of mind" to create history and they are excited by the challenge. The squad is "getting healthier by the day" and although a few picked up a few niggles after Partick Thistle, everyone took part in training on Wednesday, whether it was modified or a full session. Gray believes Gent are a very "balanced" side with a mix of youth and experience, quality and a number of "really good athletes" who can hurt opponents on their day. The second leg will be in mind, but he's not going to be happy with a draw or defeat, winning on Thursday will be the message. On his "rollercoaster" 100 games in charge, Gray reiterates it "might not look like I enjoy it, but I do, I am thoroughly enjoying it" and adds he's excited because he knows there is more to come from this group. Along with the incredible travelling fans again, he hopes to share "a special night" and to send them home happy.