I agree, I don't like the 'caught' in there so much.
I can't come up with a word to make the sentence work but
how about something like ....
The success of the Spanish has made me feel like we (I) have a real chance too.
I'm feeling optimistic because of the success of the Spanish.
I'm feeling positive due to the success that the Spanish have had.
The success of the Spanish has been a great motivating factor for me.
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