It is that constant desire to improve that has been key to Wigan’s development from a side that was defensively sound yet lacked vibrancy in attack, to one that could mix it any which way required.
Peet has surrounded himself with good people, who just happen to also be good coaches. Sean O’Loughlin and Tommy Leuluai provide a brains trust built on 76 international caps between them and a bucket-load of winners medals.
In the squad, imports such as Jai Field and Bevan French provide X-factor, but there is a core of talented English stars in the ranks – like winger Liam Marshall, centre Jake Wardle, half-back Harry Smith and back-rower Junior Nsemba.
Experience is provided by more senior players such as captain Liam Farrell, prop Luke Thompson and lock Kaide Ellis.
Wherever you look, there is quality, and that was borne out by the selection of four players in the 2024 Dream Team. In addition to Marshall, Wardle and Nsemba, Thompson marked his return from the Australian National Rugby League with an outstanding season in the Warriors’ front row.
“I feel like in this team you’re all competing for a spot, we’ve got four back-rowers now, we’re all competing and we’re all making each other better in training,” Nsemba told Sport.
“If you’re not picked you’re still doing it for the team, you still have a role and a part to play.
“There’s no ego in the club, we’re a humble club. We’re not playing as individuals, we’re doing something to make memories with the boys.”