From the SMH
There have been plenty of big-name players making big-money moves over the summer. It’s the ones that don’t cost a lot that can have the biggest impact on a club. Michael Chammas runs his eye over the top 10 value signings of 2023.
1. J’maine Hopgood (Eels)
Estimated salary...
Article - Inside the Tigers’ ‘attacking’ revolution... and ‘incredible’ Benji factor.
From Foxports
Wests Tigers fans can expect to see shades of 2005 this season.
Not only is Tim Sheens back at the helm, but with the help of the legendary Benji Marshall, he’s in the process of transforming the...
A former AFL hopeful, rising rugby league talent and rugby convert are among a trio of athletes from Australia and New Zealand selected for the NFL’s ‘2023 International Player Pathway’ program.
Patrick Murtagh (Australia), Etuale Lui (New Zealand) and Talitiga Amosa (Australia) are the three...
https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/should-not-have-been-a-penalty-nrl-admits-error-in-tigers-cowboys-call-20220725-p5b4bj.html
As the Wests Tigers await a response from the NRL over the drama that surrounded the controversial finish to Sunday’s game, a fresh twist to the saga has riled the...
No, I’m not here to defend Penrith. Still hate and always will.
However, not sure when they started the strategy off committing so many defenders into the one tackle
and driving the attacking player backwards? maybe 2 or so years ago.
When I first saw it. I thought they are using a lot of gas...
Teams are cheating: NRL club bosses’ concerning revelation
By Michael Chammas
MARCH 7, 2022
More than two-thirds of NRL club bosses believe there are teams who are cheating the system by facilitating off-the-books payments to their players outside the salary cap.
The legitimacy of third-party...
Return of the king: Marshall on Tigers return, Sheens and Brooks
By Christian Nicolussi
February 15, 2022 — 8.00pm
Retired superstar Benji Marshall has spoken for the first time about how excited he is to return home to the Wests Tigers, why Tim Sheens will restore the faith with...
Tigers eye permanent move back to spiritual homes at Leichhardt, Campbelltown
From the SMH
Wests Tigers have started talks about playing all home games at their spiritual homes at Leichhardt and Campbelltown.
Considered rugby league nomads in recent seasons after using several home venues...
Aussie ranked 4th. After the loss to Tonga and no international games since Covid.
https://www.nrl.com/news/2021/12/10/kangaroos-slump-to-no.4-in-irl-world-rankings/?utm_source=NRLEmail_Top5&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2021Postseason&utm_content=Article_1293402
Sign her up. She would add a bit of mongrel to our pack
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Off-season moves show Tigers on right path: Tamou
Brad Walter
NRL.com Senior Reporter
Wed 8 Dec 2021, 07:01 AM
James Tamou believes the return of Tim Sheens, signings of Api Koroisau and Isaiah Papali’i and targeting of players by rival clubs is proof that the Wests Tigers are headed in the...
*Note. The whole things is too long to post in one go…….
Trust or bust: Revelations that leave Tigers on collision course with Maguire
This follow Part 1
https://www.smh.com.au/link/follow-20170101-p58mm6
By Michael Chammas
SEPTEMBER 5, 2021
In this second part of our investigation into...
Brisbane Firehawks launch bid to become NRL's 17th team
Author
Brad Walter
NRL.com Senior Reporter
The Brisbane Firehawks have launched their bid to become the NRL’s 17th franchise and the fourth Queensland team from 2023.
The Firehawks, who are backed by Brisbane club Easts Tigers, unveiled...
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Croker a chance; Mbye doubtful
From NRL.com
Canberra will be heavy favourites against Wests Tigers at GIO Stadium but their opponents come into the clash with superb trial form.
After...
Good on him, hope they bring back the French scissors move
Robinson committed to rebuilding France as international force
[link text](https://www.nrl.com/news/2021/02/23/robinson-to-help-guide-france-at-world-cup/)
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson's deep connection with France compelled...
I’m looking forward to seeing Shawn Blore and Asu Kepaoa continue to grow their game a become regulars in 2021.
I wouldn’t be surprised if Stefano Utoikamanu is played off the bench on a regular basis and hopefully Jake Simpkin makes the most of his changes.
So that’s 4 Rookies that have a very...
BJ Leilua and Luciano Leilua
Or
Matterson and Marsters
Who would rather have in your squad for season 2020?
2 players in, 2 players out. You can’t do a hypotheticals, just choose between the two pairs.