The 25-year-old was the feel-good story of 2021 and the living proof of perseverance paying off.
Now, he’s settled into his new home in Cronulla, across the road from the beach — a perk for the Central Coast product — with his best mate. And as for his new club?
“I’m loving it,” Hynes told Foxsports.com.au.
Everything has fallen into place for Hynes. He enjoyed a breakout season for the Storm, was included in the New South Wales extended squad for Origin III and became a marquee signing for the Sharks.