The Dolphins haven't come across a team they've felt out of their depth against so far this season, and that won't change when they take on Sutherland in the quarter finals of the Waratah State League.

They feel that the unknown quantity tag will work in their favour against Sutherland, who haven't seen the Dolphins before.

Dolphins coach Mark Champion said Sutherland would feel the pinch come tomorrow at 3pm.

"There's a lot more pressure on Sutherland than there is on us," he said. "They're top of the table and we're sixth or seventh.

"We're not going in scared of anyone."

Heath Morgan is fresh out of a moon boot and could take to the court tomorrow after recovering from a broken bone in a foot.

It depends on how he pulls up after Thursday night's training session. He would be welcomed back with open arms, should he make a return.

The team usually travels with 12 available players. The Dolphins had just 11 earlier this week.

They'll need youngsters like Ari Vanderent and Brad Barnett more than ever.

Both have had standout seasons in the league so far.

Barnett is reaping the rewards of his hard work. He's gone from a fringe bench player to starting in the team on a regular basis.

"He's had a phenomenal year," Champion said.

Vanderent has been playing the game for just the past two years. He's athletic and developing well.

Champion was happy with his progress.

"He had limited minutes in the game against Newcastle but he was really good," he said.