LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
"Destiny is in the own hands": Flanagan not ready to create Sharks circus ahead of crunch clash
St George Illawarra Dragons mastermind Shane Flanagan is not mincing words as his squad gears up to face off against the Cronulla Sharks in a crucial showdown.
Coming off a triumphant victory over the Gold Coast Titans, Flanagan is not about to let the pressure get to his team.
The Dragons, sitting in eighth place in the NRL standings, have a prime opportunity to solidify their spot in the finals with a win over their fierce rivals, the Sharks.
However, Flanagan hasn't forgotten the defeat they suffered at the hands of Cronulla earlier in the season.
He's determined to set the tone early and make a strong statement.
"Next week's match against the Shire team is one I've had my eye on for a while now," Flanagan declared.
"It's not just another game on the calendar.
I have a score to settle.
They may have had the upper hand in the last encounter, but I'm focused on turning the tables this time around."
With a mix of determination, competitive spirit, and a touch of nostalgia for his past coaching days at Cronulla, Flanagan is ready to lead the Dragons into battle.
The stakes are high, but he's confident that his team has what it takes to come out on top.
The stage is set for a clash of the titans, and Flanagan is more than ready to seize the moment.