OFFICIAL Adam Doueihi #227

[jirskyr]

He is holding his own defensively and making some very good reads so far this season. Hope that part of his game stays true all season.

Attack wise if the halves and Bula can create space AD will create chances.

One thing I've noticed already in 2025 is how much better the decision-making is both inside and outside the centres. So the wingers don't come rushing up and the backrowers/halves can be relied upon to make their tackles, because all of Seyfarth / Sam Fainu / Galvin / Luai are decent defenders, and both Skelton and particularly Turuva appear good judges of holding their position.

Especially against Parra Turuva was really effective at resisting the urge to race in, whereas Parra had the opposite problem, we kept stripping them for numbers when we shifted.

This is taking a lot of the pressure off the centres and they've come up against some decent pairings the past two weeks Best/Gagai, Penisini/Lomax without much damage.

 

[Buttface]

One thing I've noticed already in 2025 is how much better the decision-making is both inside and outside the centres. So the wingers don't come rushing up and the backrowers/halves can be relied upon to make their tackles, because all of Seyfarth / Sam Fainu / Galvin / Luai are decent defenders, and both Skelton and particularly Turuva appear good judges of holding their position.

Especially against Parra Turuva was really effective at resisting the urge to race in, whereas Parra had the opposite problem, we kept stripping them for numbers when we shifted.

This is taking a lot of the pressure off the centres and they've come up against some decent pairings the past two weeks Best/Gagai, Penisini/Lomax without much damage.

The rhs side had 1 mis tackle between them. Toa made 12 and the baby giraffe made 21 tackles with no misses at halftime.

 

[crazycat]

One thing I've noticed already in 2025 is how much better the decision-making is both inside and outside the centres. So the wingers don't come rushing up and the backrowers/halves can be relied upon to make their tackles, because all of Seyfarth / Sam Fainu / Galvin / Luai are decent defenders, and both Skelton and particularly Turuva appear good judges of holding their position.

Especially against Parra Turuva was really effective at resisting the urge to race in, whereas Parra had the opposite problem, we kept stripping them for numbers when we shifted.

This is taking a lot of the pressure off the centres and they've come up against some decent pairings the past two weeks Best/Gagai, Penisini/Lomax without much damage.

Your right, But I think it's Turuva/Skelton holding their positions more then our middle defending better.

Funny, two wingers coming from outside our club and they keep to their positions. Holding their defensive line.

While yes Seyfarth/Fainu/Galvin and Luai have improved. You can't really say Toa/AD is a defensive center pairing. Clearly the Bulldogs and Penrith have coached their wings to stay in position and keep their flank safe.

 

[426Tlgerland]

If Bula is out vs the Dolphins, I'd play Doueihi at #1

Agree or bring in Staines to fullback , leave the team as is that way

 

[hank37w]

I find it refreshing in this day and age that Adam is prepared to put himself out there. He is a devoted Christian and family man and isn't afraid to let people know. You won't hear Adam say, Í'll leave it to my manager''. He is forthright and believable. Kinda reminds me of when The Crow agreed to coach the eels with just a handshake agreement rather than signing a contract with multiple get out clauses. I fear those days are long in the past. Thanks for being an upright individual AD.

He doesn't have a manager.

I guess you could say that he is his own man. 🤣

 

[TurnStyle]

I've been an ardent critic of Doueihi for some time now, so I think it's only fair that I say he has been pretty good so far this season and for his goal kicking alone he has added a lot of value.

I've long said the tigers need a good kicker to convert the 4 points to 6 and he is kicking them from the sidelines for fun at the moment. It makes a huge difference.

So, fair dues: 3 weeks into the season and he's proving me (for one) wrong, and I'm more than happy to say as much. Hope he keeps it up!

 

[Demps]

Uncontracted beyond this season.

Lock him in Benji.

 

[Batmans Parents]

Good in defense, very safe under the high ball and great conversions!

 

[weststigers]

I've been an ardent critic of Doueihi for some time now, so I think it's only fair that I say he has been pretty good so far this season and for his goal kicking alone he has added a lot of value.

I've long said the tigers need a good kicker to convert the 4 points to 6 and he is kicking them from the sidelines for fun at the moment. It makes a huge difference.

So, fair dues: 3 weeks into the season and he's proving me (for one) wrong, and I'm more than happy to say as much. Hope he keeps it up!

Agree. Has improved the crappy things in his game. Looks a far more measured and consistent player. Well done AD

 

[Suzie-Q]

I've been an ardent critic of Doueihi for some time now, so I think it's only fair that I say he has been pretty good so far this season and for his goal kicking alone he has added a lot of value.

I've long said the tigers need a good kicker to convert the 4 points to 6 and he is kicking them from the sidelines for fun at the moment. It makes a huge difference.

So, fair dues: 3 weeks into the season and he's proving me (for one) wrong, and I'm more than happy to say as much. Hope he keeps it up!

Pretty much just said the same thing to a couple of friends. And gave him 2 in my 3-2-1

Maybe he's finally fit and healthy, and is able to walk the walk now?

 

[GNR4LIFE]

Solid as a rock. Can’t fault him. Tough hombre to still be doing what he does after all he’s been through.

 

[Kaito]

Been A-, I didn't 4get u haters 😆😆

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

He has stepped up defensively this season but tonight his reads were on point. He is a good player when he puts effort on both sides of the park.

 

[innsaneink]

Must be extremely strong mentally ...3 or 4 knee recons... going great

 

[hammertime]

Played brilliant at 7 in the trials too. No need to extend early, but he keeps going like this, add 2 more years

 

[Moh]

Yup another non-fan to give credit where it's due.

His problem has always been effort and consistency, if he gets those things right he's a very handy player. I still don't know his best position tbh, but right now centre makes sense.

 

[Tiger_heart]

His goal kicking was also great today, makes a difference to go up by 6!

 

[TurnStyle]

Uncontracted beyond this season.

Lock him in Benji.

Lol... Never thought I'd say it, but I agree!

Like others, I'm really hopeful that something has just clicked - whatever it is I like this version.

 

[Snidest 0]

He made three big defensive plays today that absolutely deserve credit - but that is an anomaly & barely a statistical blip on his poor career record!

Interesting that they all came after evidently getting a half-time rev up...

He is not a long-term three-quarter - fullback or halves option - so if he can find a more suitable situation and better contract elsewhere it is in both parties best interests that he relocates in 2026 and beyond!

But I absolutely applaud his uncharacteristic efforts in the 2nd half today and - concede that we would have lost if not for him "doing his job" well...

 

[Demps]

He made three big defensive plays today that absolutely deserve credit - but that is an anomaly & barely a statistical blip on his poor career record!

Interesting that they all came after evidently getting a half-time rev up...

He is not a long-term three-quarter - fullback or halves option - so if he can find a more suitable situation and better contract elsewhere it is in both parties best interests that he relocates in 2026 and beyond!

But I absolutely applaud his uncharacteristic efforts in the 2nd half today and - concede that we would have lost if not for him "doing his job" well...

Good post, Red 🤝