Shane Flanagan’s tenure at the Dragons has been cut short, with Monday as the day the axe fell.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The club convened an emergency press conference in Wollongong on Monday morning, as the club read a statement on Flanagan’s future to start the press conference.<\/p>\n
Club football boss Ben Haran has left the club alongside Flanagan.<\/p>\n
The writing has appeared on the wall for both Flanagan and Haran after the club suffered an 11th consecutive defeat stretching back to round 24 of the 2025 season.<\/p>\n
Chairman Lancaster and CEO Tim Watsford fronted the media as speculation over their future has been one of the biggest talking points this season.<\/p>\n
“These are not decisions anyone makes lightly. Shane and Ben have both worked hard for the club, and on behalf of the Dragons, I want to thank them for their efforts, their professionalism, and their commitment during their time here,\u201d Tim Watsford said in the Dragons official statement.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe wish them and their families all the best for the future.\u201d<\/p>\n
Shane Flanagan<\/a> said in regards to the decision, \u201cI care deeply about this club and the playing group, and after discussions with the club, we agreed this was the right time for a change.<\/p>\n \u201cI’d like to thank the players, staff, members and fans for their support and I wish the club well for the future.\u201d<\/p>\n The club also addressed the interim coach topic, stating:<\/p>\n “We will undertake a thorough process regarding the future of the football department, including the appointment of a permanent NRL<\/a> Coach. We will do that carefully, efficiently, and with the long-term interests of the Dragons at the centre of every decision.”<\/p>\n Information regarding the interim coach and the interim head of the football department will be announced following Tuesday’s Board meeting.<\/p>\n