The Stormers are intent on taking the "next step" in their growth as a team as they face their first-ever away play-off in the URC in Glasgow.
Sharks coach John Plumtree admitted there have been trying times at the helm, but ultimately there are plenty of positives to take from the season.
The Stormers claimed a 29-24 victory over the Lions despite playing almost half the game with 14-men in Cape Town on Saturday.
Speedster Suleiman Hartzenberg has been added to the list of Stormers who have signed-on to stay in Cape Town until 2027.
The Lions enter DHL Stadium as underdogs in their must-win United Rugby Championship clash with the Stormers, but that's just fine by them.
Suleiman Hartzenberg says the Stormers want to make Cape Town smile at DHL Stadium on Saturday before heading into the URC playoffs.