The Sharks will be without the services of 07’ Scrum-Half,  Damon Gayle, who will be off the island for the first half of the season. With Calvert our with a shoulder injury, Damon’s absence will have a bigger impact on the team because he backs up Calvert at Scrum-Half and was in form to be one of the starting wingers.

“Damon’s absence is regrettable, it gives a chance for a couple young guys to step up and fill some big shoes. As coaches Brae and I understand that players have aspects of their private lives which needs taking care of, and for Damon, this is one of those times”, said Montieth.

This will  definitely put  lot more pressure on Andre Reid who probably will make the shift from five eight to half back. The Sharks backline is depleted and it will be interesting to see the team that will face the JDF Warriors in the Community Shield on May 24, 2007.