Jack Ross was left delighted by his side's display as they went top of their Checkatrade Trophy group following victory over Carlisle United.
Benji Kimpioka marked his first start with a goal before Ethan Robson drilled home his first of the season after Ashley Nadesan had initially levelled things up.
George Honeyman then handed the Black Cats a two-goal cushion in the second 45, touching home Adam Matthews' speculative assist with the outside of his right boot.
Watch the manager's post-match interview in full above.