It was announced today that Wigan Warriors would be heading into a new era, with Matt Peet taking over as head coach, with Lee Briers and Sean O’Loughlin as the assistants.
Shaun Wane also returned in a leadership role as the club held a press conference to announce the new roles. But, just how did social media react?
One Wigan fan believed it couldn’t get much worse than the previous coaching group!
No point complaining. Can’t possibly be worse than Lam and Winder. Im backing them 🍒⚪️
— F0rdy (@F0rdyWigan) October 5, 2021
Another supporter believed it could be a “good combination”.
Well the worst kept secret of the year is finally out. Congratulations to all on your newly appointed roles. I'm sure Matt will have a lot to prove, Briers and Lockers could be a good combination and with Wane helping to steer the ship, I'm OK with that.🍒⚪
— Angela Coats (@angelacoats4) October 5, 2021
That sentiment was echoed by another Wigan fan.
This could work under leadership of Wane and especially if Briers and Lockers have their input
— Chris Hammond 🍒⚪ (@wally_1911) October 5, 2021
Another couldn’t wait for Wane to get stuck in.
Wigan players when they see Wane prowling through the gym again!
All the best lads pic.twitter.com/j2jl4gidX8— Chris Holme (@chrisholme1983) October 5, 2021
Another fan was happy to say the least.
Thoughts???? Personally, I think this is fantastic! ⬇️ https://t.co/XNlO4EUId3
— Andy Grundy (@AndyGrundy10) October 5, 2021
Former player Stephen Wild was particularly supportive.
Some coaching team that👏
— Stephen Wild (@steWild13) October 5, 2021
However, one supporter was “not optimistic.”
https://twitter.com/WxmRob/status/1445346896587988995?s=20
Another believed it could be an overload.
Too many voices sometimes isn't a good thing.
— Mike Smethurst (@a1mikesmethurst) October 5, 2021
One fan was particularly unhappy.
https://twitter.com/JonnyDwyer6/status/1445347638291861504?s=20
Another shared that view.
Embarrassing 😂😂😂
— Peter (@PeterDrakePeter) October 5, 2021
One supporter questioned the need for two assistant coaches.
2 assistant coaches? Weird one that.
— Benjamin (@BenDoug72322847) October 5, 2021
Another rival supporter couldn’t help but joke about the photo.
https://twitter.com/robkenyon1/status/1445364101098704902?s=20
The Westlife theme came through strong.
Frigging hell, Westlife have let themselves go.
— Ian Ward 🐝 (@ian_ward79) October 5, 2021
