McClennan beaming after win

Last updated: 20th March 2008

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McClennan: 'Rightly proud'

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Leeds coach Brian McClennan was delighted with another clinical display from the Rhinos as they thumped local rivals Bradford 44-2 at Headingley on Thursday.

Leeds scored eight tries and followed last week's 48-0 victory over Harlequins with another devastating attacking performance.

"We were pretty clinical in attack but the guys stuck to their task and to be able to keep your line intact in the last quarter when you are being penalised is a pretty phenomenal effort," McClennan said. "We're rightly proud.

"It's not often you see a team win by that scoreline and see a lop-sided penalty count. That was disappointing."

Leeds overcame the early loss of prop Kylie Leuluai with concussion to run their opponents ragged with a brilliant attacking display in which second rower Jamie Jones-Buchanan was outstanding to earn the man-of-the-match award.

"It was good to see Jonesy get some reward for the work he does," said McClennan. "He does a lot of work for other players which isn't always recognised. He's a very good player."

Bradford coach Steve McNamara was not looking for excuses despite having to field an under-strength side through injury.

"Leeds were very good, we were poor and we paid the price," he said. "There are reasons for it but it would be wrong of me to use them as an excuse for the scoreline.

"We were beaten in every department. Leeds were more energised and we made a lot of tired tackles. They seemed to capitalise on every error we made.

"It's certainly not a nice taste but the saving grace is that we only have to wait until Monday to rectify it."