Callum Marshall is delighted with his form for West Ham U21s.
The Northern Irish youngster has scored 12 goals in nine games so far.
Last season, I was scoring a lot of goals," he told whufc.com. But whenever I went up a level [playing with the U21s] I found it hard physically.
I have been working on that a lot so now, it feels like it did last year. Yes, games are still hard games, but we have made a lot of chances for the attackers to get in behind and we are scoring quite a few goals and winning games.
I just want to win every game. That's the type of person I am. I don't want to play for a draw.
Against Manchester City, I didn't really want to speak to anyone for about ten minutes. I was so disappointed because I thought we should have won the game."
Marshall says he has appreciated being involved with the first team on matchday.
It gives you a glimpse of what there is to offer if you can make it to that next level," Marshall added. It was an eye-opener and hopefully, I can play there as much as possible.
We have played at some top stadiums last season with the U18s which I think will stand us all in good stead [should we get a chance to play for the first team]. We didn't bottle it on big occasions, especially in the FA Youth Cup final at Arsenal.
This year, we have made a good start. I had a good pre-season but's not just about the goals, I am happy to be getting the assists as well. I have been playing well, but I've got to keep those numbers up this season."