Sharks head coach JP Pietersen admitted his side made far to many errors as they were beaten 34-22 by the Lions at Ellis Park in the URC on Saturday.
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.