Titans chairman Dennis Watt opens up about sacking coach Garth Brennan

TITANS chairman Dennis Watt says sacked coach Garth Brennan’s position became untenable after Gold Coast’s performances dipped to unacceptable levels.

TITANS chairman Dennis Watt says sacked coach Garth Brennan’s position became untenable after Gold Coast’s performances dipped to unacceptable levels.

Speaking for the first time since Brennan’s axing through a statement, Watt said the club was left with no choice but to split with second-year NRL coach.

Assistant coaches Craig Hodges and Luke Burt will take over as interim coaches for the rest of the season.

“No one at this organisation, or anyone involved in rugby league, wanted Garth’s time as Head Coach of the Titans to end this way,” Watt said.

“However, the results the club has achieved on the field this season have not met expectations, and the team’s performance in recent weeks has fallen to a level that is unacceptable to the Board, our Members, fans, sponsors and partners.

“Unfortunately, that has left the club in a situation where Garth remaining in the position of Head Coach has become untenable.”

Coach Garth Brennan is seen during the Gold Coast Titans training session on the Gold Coast, Wednesday, June 26, 2019. (AAP Image/Dave Hunt)

Brennan became head coach of the Titans at the end of 2017 and Watt said he would still leave a legacy after moulding the careers of some of their most promising young players.

“While the on-field results have not been what we hoped for, Garth will still leave a tremendous legacy for this club with his contribution to the creation of our development systems and pathways,” Watt said.

“These will ensure the Titans’ future will be built around the best young players growing up on the Gold Coast and northern New South Wales.

“Along the way, Garth has handed NRL debuts to players like AJ Brimson, Moeaki Fotuaika and Jai Whitbread – players who will be at the core of this club for the years ahead.

“Garth, his wife Rachael and their family have made real sacrifices in moving to the Coast, and Garth has dedicated himself to connecting with Titans Members, fans, local leagues and the wider community.

“Garth has been tireless in promoting the club and the game. He is a decent and genuine rugby league man, and everyone at this club wishes him and his family nothing but the best for the future.”

A replacement head coach to be decided upon at a later date.