I just sent this.
Good Morning Mr. Gorman,
I have been a supporter of the Cronulla Sutherland Sharks for over 40 years. As you are well aware we have been through a few rough years and some good ones but still no premiership.
The Sharks used to play a free flowing and entertaining style of footy – not anymore.
They were enjoyable to watch – not anymore.
I watched every game, every weekend – not anymore.
I bought new merchandise – not anymore.
I supported them even though we have not won any premierships and that our trophy cabinet is bare (except for the Amco Cup) – not anymore.
I even stood by them during the peptide scandal – not anymore.
The reason is simple – the reappointment for three years of a coach who is devoid of ability to coach at this level AND who was the Head Coach during the peptide scandal. The mind boggles at the board’s decision to reappoint this coach. It may have been for financial reasons but I wonder how much in dollar terms it may have cost us with memberships, merchandise and most importantly, sponsors.
He appears incapable of adjusting to the modern game.
He appears incapable of growing and mentoring young players.
He appears incapable of accepting blame for losses.
His game plans appear to consist solely of bash and barge for five tackles and then attempt a kick.
He appears to play ‘favourites’ and it’s only through injury or suspension that young players get a start.
I, like a lot of other Shark supporters are sick of being in the media for all the wrong reasons including the continual loss of games that we should have won!
I, like a lot of other Shark supporters will not be supporting the team until somethings change, beginning with the coach. Promoting Steve Price is not the answer either – there was a reason why he is no longer at St. George Illawarra.
I know, as a supporter that we stay loyal and support your team through the good and the bad – but there has not been much good in the last couple of years.
I, like all Shark supporters want a premiership before we die. Well Mr. Gorman, I am in my mid 50s and things aren’t looking good at present are they?
How much longer do we, as supporters, have to put up with this inexcusable situation?
Thank You for taking the time to read my email.