That message was underlined emphatically as the champions returned to form with a convincing 4-0 victory away to Caernarfon Town, a result that sets the tone perfectly ahead of their trophy presentation this weekend.
Having already wrapped up a record-extending 18th league crown earlier in March, TNS could have been forgiven for easing off.
Instead, Sergeant was quick to highlight the continued hunger within the squad.
“We needed to hit back after losing to Colwyn Bay the previous weekend and the lads played some really good football,” he said.
“The conditions were quite difficult because of the wind, especially in the first half, but there were still of a lot of positives for us.
“The players showed they are still engaged and stimulated for the last few games.
“We’ve had some good games against the Nomads this season and it will be great to lift the trophy again after the game.”
That focus will be on display again at Park Hall when Connah’s Quay Nomads — the closest challengers in the table — provide the opposition for the title celebrations.
On the pitch, TNS once again demonstrated their quality and depth. Early goals from Dan Williams and Ben Clark established control before the break, while the second half brought further highlights.
Jordan Williams continued his outstanding campaign by taking his domestic tally to 25 goals, underlining his status as the league’s most prolific scorer.
There was also a welcome return for Leo Smith after a lengthy injury lay-off, while Dan Barton marked the occasion with his first goal for the club to complete a dominant evening.
Elsewhere, the battle for momentum — and survival — remains intense across the league. At Penybont, manager Rhys Griffiths returned from suspension to oversee a goalless draw with Colwyn Bay, ending a difficult run of four consecutive defeats.
The Nomads, meanwhile, were held to a 1-1 draw by Barry Town United, with Max Woodcock cancelling out an earlier strike from Ieuan Owen.
Further down the standings, the pressure is mounting on Bala Town as they fight to retain their top-flight status.
A 2-1 defeat to Cardiff Met has left them needing maximum points from their remaining fixtures — and hoping results elsewhere go their way.
Manager Steve Fisher remains defiant despite the setback.
“Where there is still hope and points to play for then we’ll keep fighting. The cards may be stacked in Flint’s favour, but we’ll keep going to the end,” he said.
“It’s like a kick in the teeth losing 2-1 because we could have scored three or four in the first half. We didn’t and then we conceded two sloppy goals.”
There was relief, however, for Llanelli, who claimed a rare victory against Flint Town United, while Haverfordwest County boosted their European ambitions with a crucial win over Briton Ferry Llansawel.
