# Rugby: John Plumtree will step down as head coach of the Sharks at the end of the 2025/2026 season. The team’s ownership and management announced significant changes following a disappointing start to the season. Plumtree will move to a mentoring and advisory role. To support Plumtree over the remainder of the season, the Sharks will engage a technical coach consultant as a matter of urgency. Director of Rugby, Neil Powell will focus on certain key operational areas including player recruitment and retention, logistics, medical and rehab, travel, planning, and budget management.
Rugby: Plumtree steps down as Sharks head coach