LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In the latest installment of their deep dive into the 2024 NRL squad, sharks.com.au focuses on the playmaking stocks of the Sharkies.
With a headline that screams ambition, "2024 NRL depth analysis: Halves," the article delves into the array of talent at their disposal.
The first player to come under the microscope is the 2022 Dally M medallist, who has firmly planted his flag as one of the game's elite playmakers.
With appearances for NSW and the Kangaroos, he has cemented his place in the No.7 jersey.
As the Sharks gear up for the new season, their young halfback, Hynes, has the potential to elevate his game to scary heights.
Having already impressed in his first two full-time seasons, he possesses the ability to take his playmaking skills to new levels.
Trindall, the first-choice five-eighth by the end of 2023, is expected to maintain his blossoming partnership with Hynes in the upcoming campaign.
The 24-year-old has showcased his kicking and running abilities, making him a formidable force in the No.6 position.
The departure of veteran Matt Moylan has paved the way for Trindall to make the No.6 jersey his own.
One player who could surprise everyone with his breakthrough season is Puru, a talented playmaker who joined the Sharks last year.
Having displayed his skills for the feeder team Newtown in the NSW Cup, the 21-year-old has shown promise with 11 try assists and 15 line-break assists in just 21 games.
With such a formidable playmaking core, the Sharks look set to make a splash in the 2024 NRL season.