Sharks anchor Vincent Koch gave some insight into the shift in team culture that came when JP Pietersen took over the coaching reins.
United Rugby Championship action resumes this weekend as the Hollywoodbets Sharks travel to Johannesburg for another local derby against the Lions.
Following a successful spell in an interim capacity, JP Pietersen has been appointed permanent head coach of the Sharks with immediate effect.
The Sharks head to Ellis Park on Saturday knowing their United Rugby Championship clash with the Lions could play a decisive role in their playoff push.
The Sharks confirmed they have recruited former Junior Springbok Gianni Lombard from the Lions this week.
Stormers captain Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu accepted responsibility after his side's second successive defeat to the Sharks, admitting a lack of discipline proved decisive in the 36-24 loss at Kings Park on Saturday.