Newcastle is one victory from claiming the Provan-Summons Trophy, after a run few expected to see.
The Knights' recruitment boss, Peter O'Sullivan, had forecast bigger things months earlier.
In August, he told the Newcastle Herald that the club could win two premierships within five years.
Many people questioned that prediction, and it surprised the writer too.
But O'Sullivan had witnessed this kind of progress before, so his confidence was worth taking seriously.
The writer says it has been remarkable to be part of the team's rise and witness it from inside the club.
If Newcastle wins on Sunday night, its supporters should recognise O'Sullivan's contribution to putting the Knights in contention.
He has been an outstanding recruit for the club.