OFFICIAL Elijah Taylor [Discussion]

Always gave it his all for us.

If thats the way he finishes up with us, respectfully, that is a very Elijah Taylor way to go out. Putting his body on the line defending like a beast....
 
I'm honestly surprised he hasn't played more first grade than what he has this year. He should have been ahead of a few others that were selected consistently. It'd be a shame if his career ends this way. I'd love to see him go to England and win the man of steel.
 
@Harvey said in [Elijah Taylor](/post/1228635) said:
He would be the type of guy you add as a coach/trainer post career.

A professional and a leader.

Wrestling coach for sure. Smart football player. Adapted many times. As I recall quite a few coaches pointed out ‘flaws’ and he changed his game repeatedly.
 
@facepalmer said in [Elijah Taylor](/post/1228551) said:
Poor bloke looked very concussed. Thoughts are with him. Great fella.

Might be best for him to call it a career after tonight. He's taken a lot of head knocks and has no 2021 contract. It would be the best for him and his family in my view if he considered ending it. If that's it for him I wish him all the best.

Yeah, he made a tackle on the first of a new set which is the one that rocked him, staying on his knees for a few seconds before being back in the defensive line on remote control for a couple, then getting involved in another tackle on the fourth and then going behind the line with his hands on hips for a while as the ball was turned over. In the spilt second that I saw him on the sidline with the trainers did not look good.
 
I love Elijah Taylor and hope we can arrange a defensive coaching gig for him - he's been a cornerstone in our defence since he joined. The fact he always made his way back in the team is a real testament to the type of player he is. Always found him a true professional.
 
@Lauren said in [Elijah Taylor](/post/1228833) said:
I love Elijah Taylor and hope we can arrange a defensive coaching gig for him - he's been a cornerstone in our defence since he joined. The fact he always made his way back in the team is a real testament to the type of player he is. Always found him a true professional.

I agree with you, and this is 100% tongue in cheek, but you wouldn't want "cornerstone of WTs defence on your resume"
 
Madge reckoned he copped a knock on the chin and was fine after the game. Didn't look good to me but hopefully he pulls up well today.
 
Yeah he was off with the fairies, I'm not sure he'll pass the concussion protocol in time for next weekend.

Hope he's alright, I've always liked ET. He's always competed out there and always given 100% in our jersey.
 
@Magpie1969 said in [Elijah Taylor](/post/1229055) said:
Always gives 100%. Fine player but his long term health should be paramount. happy for him and Fulton to be defence coaches

If you want our boys to all retire at 25 from repeated concussions.

Great defenders but wow they have both really been knocked around.
 
Obviously tonight is all about the two club legends but Elijah Taylor deserves a lot of thanks for everything he’s done at the club

When he first joined us a few years ago he improved us massively. His defence and ball playing at lock often helped us win games and he was a key leader in our squad.

As he got older and slowed down a little being a smaller forward lead to his performances slowing down but no matter what he battled through everything and gave 100% effort every time he was on the field

Never shied away from doing the tough stuff never complained about being dropped, always did his best to improve himself as a player even in his older years and a great leader at the club and a great example of how to be a professional and hard working player.

On behalf of all Wests Tigers fans, thank you Elijah for everything you’ve done for the club. Personally I’m very sad to see you go ❤️

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@JoshColeman99 said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239742) said:
Obviously tonight is all about the two club legends but Elijah Taylor deserves a lot of thanks for everything he’s done at the club

When he first joined us a few years ago he improved us massively. His defence and ball playing at lock often helped us win games and he was a key leader in our squad.

As he got older and slowed down a little being a smaller forward lead to his performances slowing down but no matter what he battled through everything and gave 100% effort every time he was on the field

Never shied away from doing the tough stuff never complained about being dropped, always did his best to improve himself as a player even in his older years and a great leader at the club and a great example of how to be a professional and hard working player.

On behalf of all Wests Tigers fans, thank you Elijah for everything you’ve done for the club. Personally I’m very sad to see you go ❤️
Great post Josh
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Gre
 
@gallagher said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239748) said:
Tough bugger.

Certainly is. Best example of that I can remember is when Sam Burgess whacked him and split his head open and he jumped back up and kept running to grab another 10 metres.
 
@JoshColeman99 said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239753) said:
@gallagher said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239748) said:
Tough bugger.

Certainly is. Best example of that I can remember is when Sam Burgess whacked him and split his head open and he jumped back up and kept running to grab another 10 metres.

God yes, forgot about that. We bashed then that night i think
 
@gallagher said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239754) said:
@JoshColeman99 said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239753) said:
@gallagher said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1239748) said:
Tough bugger.

Certainly is. Best example of that I can remember is when Sam Burgess whacked him and split his head open and he jumped back up and kept running to grab another 10 metres.

God yes, forgot about that. We bashed then that night i think

Loved when he whacked the other burgess in another game too. Elijah did a lot of good stuff for us
 
If everyone played to the max of their ability like ET every week, we would be playing finals football most years...thanks ET love your work
 
Well said @JoshColeman99.
While tonight felt a little emotional knowing it was well and truly the end of an era, it also brought closure to the career of a player I've always respected since his signing.
I remember the very first interview he gave in our colours and it was honestly the first sign of any professionalism from one of our players in such a long time. It was such a tough period for fans at that time.
To me, he exemplified what was required at the club.

Thanks for everything Elijah, your service and leadership never went unnoticed and wish you all the best!!
 

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