STEPHEN Humphrys’ Southend United debut may have caught the eye at Bradford City on Saturday but Blues boss Chris Powell was also delighted with Sam Hart’s first display.

Hart lined up at left wing-back having signed on loan from Blackburn Rovers at the start of the week.

And Powell was pleased with how the 22-year-old adapted to his new surroundings in a slightly unfamiliar position.

“We put Sam in a different role but he’s used to it,” said Powell.

“It’s always a bit harder for defenders coming in, especially coming to Bradford where they test you.

“They get the ball into the final third pretty quickly but he did particularly well and helped us to get a clean sheet which was another pleasing aspect of the day.”

Slightly further forward, Powell also recalled Luke Hyam in place of Dru Yearwood in the centre of the park.

And the Shrimpers chief felt the former Ipswich Town midfielder played a key part in the victory at Valley Parade.

“Luke Hyam was pivotal in allowing Timothee Dieng and Sam Mantom to get forward,” said Powell.

“He did an important job in there for us.

“The units seemed to be closer together and it was a good all-round performance.

“The team and the three boys who came on all did well and while I know Stephen Humphrys will get the attention I thought everyone really played their part.”

>Blues’ under-18 side were beaten 1-0 by Northampton Town at the weekend.