Coach Benji

[LeichhardtTiger]

This is why the players respect him. Listen to his words. I respect him. If you don't get it, you are simply beyond help.

 

[TIGERS]

I feel bad for Benji. Richo bent over backwards to make his job as easy as it could be. The next CEO may not have the capacity to be a shoulder for Benji to lean on.

And before you know it, he won't be able to sign players he wants, or choose his assistant coaches. Because that's how HBG work. Just look at the last 10 years - they treat our club like it's The Sims, wanting control over every important action happening. They also don't care and bare no brunt of consequences. We, the fans, are drinking the Wests Tigers Kool Aid long after HBG already pissed in it.

Well said legend.

 

[twentyforty]

I feel bad for Benji. Richo bent over backwards to make his job as easy as it could be. The next CEO may not have the capacity to be a shoulder for Benji to lean on.

And before you know it, he won't be able to sign players he wants, or choose his assistant coaches. Because that's how HBG work. Just look at the last 10 years - they treat our club like it's The Sims, wanting control over every important action happening. They also don't care and bare no brunt of consequences. We, the fans, are drinking the Wests Tigers Kool Aid long after HBG already pissed in it.

He knows Chinese philosophy though? Somewhere deep in a crisis lies opportunity. (Or some such thing)

 

[clontarfkid]

No body tried to buy him. Dennis needed to save his ass. A cover up @ best. 15 wins in 2 years. Benji can't coach. Black n white

It wasnt that sim[ple...but extending an unproven coach was simply stupid
A gross over reaction
Were stuck with him for another 5 years
Popular with players ,particularly with families..but Not sure whether he can actually coach..
Horror show

 

[mtd#2]

It will come at some point. Only question is when.

sounds like something one of HBGs loyal customers says waiting for the grand jackpot

 

[twentyforty]

Watch yer back Benji. Only 2 previous coaches have been given an extension and both were sacked soon after the start of the extension period.

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

Watch yer back Benji. Only 2 previous coaches have been given an extension and both were sacked soon after the start of the extension period.

If only they were so willing to pour money into the club as they are to waste on getting rid of people.

 

[twentyforty]

If only they were so willing to pour money into the club as they are to waste on getting rid of people.

It’s becoming abundantly clear where their priorities are.

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

It’s becoming abundantly clear where their priorities are.

Yep their selfish selves, this crap will go on for another decade, no more they have to be dealt with.

 

[yeti]

He's not there yet, but I do have belief that Marshall will become a very good coach. He improved last year from the year before, and I see no reason to doubt that he will improve again this coming season. Time will tell of course, but the most difficult part of coaching - the relationship the coach has with his players - is already well and truly in his wheelhouse. I reckon the extension, although risky, will prove to be a master stroke.

 

[Tiger_Yoshi]

He's not there yet, but I do have belief that Marshall will become a very good coach. He improved last year from the year before, and I see no reason to doubt that he will improve again this coming season. Time will tell of course, but the most difficult part of coaching - the relationship the coach has with his players - is already well and truly in his wheelhouse. I reckon the extension, although risky, will prove to be a master stroke.

Keep in mind, NO well credentialed coach would want to willingly take on the WT at the moment...Only desperadoes like Brad Arthur.....whom I don't rate at all!

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

He's not there yet, but I do have belief that Marshall will become a very good coach. He improved last year from the year before, and I see no reason to doubt that he will improve again this coming season. Time will tell of course, but the most difficult part of coaching - the relationship the coach has with his players - is already well and truly in his wheelhouse. I reckon the extension, although risky, will prove to be a master stroke.

There are alot better judges which all see Benji having a very big future in coaching & players believe in him.

Wouldn’t surprise me if Bula extension aligns to Benji’s length as well.

 

[Tigerstigerstigers]

There are alot better judges which all see Benji having a very big future in coaching & players believe in him.

Wouldn’t surprise me if Bula extension aligns to Benji’s length as well.

Or may have a coach change get out clause

 

[wstigers11]

 

[bptiger 0]

Benji just look after the job u got and get players u want to keep are signed sealed and locked up ,

 

[orange&black]

I have faith in him one way or another- I have heard him say numerous times that he understands the need for results and success and if he can’t deliver it he will be the first person to admit it and move on for the sake of the club. I believe he would do it as well - if we don’t see obvious and constructive improvement over the coming 2 seasons- l reckon he won’t need to be sacked.
In saying this, I don’t feel it will come to this as I think he will keep improving as a coach and will end up one of the best. The main issue for Benji won’t be his own abilities, it will be the quality of support from his assistants and the clubs management.

 

[balmain boy]

For Benji to keep his job beyond this season we have to perform consistently well, look like a team with a plan that the players are familiar and confident with in both attack and defence, have our fitness bring comparable to all.top 8 sides, and compete till the very end of the season for a finals spot.

That is the minimum requirements. Anything less and he needs to be sacked or demoted.