Manly Sea Eagles Assistant Coach Dymock to Take Charge in Pre-Season Challenge Opener

Manly Sea Eagles assistant coach, Jim Dymock, will be stepping into the head coaching role for the team’s opening match in the NRL Pre-Season Challenge this weekend.

With Manly set to face off against the Sydney Roosters on Saturday in Gosford, head coach Trent Barrett has given Dymock the opportunity to lead the team, allowing him to further hone his coaching skills and gain valuable experience.

The defending champions, Manly, will be aiming to secure another victory in the competition and claim the $100,000 prize money on offer.

Jim Dymock, a former NRL player who has previously coached the Canterbury Bulldogs and the South Sydney Rabbitohs, expressed his excitement about the coaching opportunity.

He mentioned the blend of experienced first-graders and talented youngsters in the Manly lineup, including players like Keith Titmuss and Cade Cust.

For Dymock, the focus is on delivering a strong performance and representing the Manly community with pride, regardless of the match outcome.

The assistant coach highlighted the chance for younger players to showcase their skills and test themselves against a tough Roosters side.

Dymock emphasized the importance of control over what the team can do on the field, rather than worrying about the opposition’s lineup or tactics.