LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
In the rugby league world, the importance of nurturing young talent cannot be underestimated, and that's exactly what Darren Mooney, the Sharks GM of Football, understands.
As he proudly scrolls through his phone, showing off the 2019 NSW Cup grand final team, Mooney knows that the future of the Cronulla Sharks looks bright.
The likes of Will Kennedy, Ronaldo Mulitalo, Sione Katoa, Braydon Trindall, Toby Rudolf, Blayke Brailey, Teig Wilton, and Siosifa Talakai are all products of the Cronulla system, proving that the club's focus on development pays off.
While other teams splash out on big-name signings, the Sharks have chosen a different path.
They have remained under the radar during the pre-season, quietly building a team from their homegrown heroes.
It's a strategy that has worked well for Cronulla in recent years, with an impressive retention rate from their junior ranks.
Now, it's time for the next generation to step up and continue the Sharks' tradition of success.