Shane Flanagan expresses interest in Wests Tigers assistant coaching role
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Shane Flanagan has confirmed his interest in the vacant assistant coaching position with the Wests Tigers for 2027. The club recently advertised the role on LinkedIn, receiving over 70 applications as they aim to improve following a disappointing season. Flanagan, who previously coached the St George Illawarra Dragons and Cronulla Sharks, seeks a return to coaching but not in a head coach capacity. He emphasized his desire to contribute to a club and noted the young talent within the Tigers' squad. The ongoing situation regarding Benji Marshall's future as head coach may influence the club's decision.
- •Flanagan last coached the Dragons before being let go in 2025.
- •Wests Tigers are under pressure to improve their performance.
- •Flanagan appreciates the young talent on the Tigers' roster.
- •He believes Marshall could benefit from additional support.
- 5:30 AMZero Tackle NRL — Shane Flanagan confirms interest in NRL job
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