OFFICIAL Elijah Taylor [Discussion]

One of our best in the effort department this season and always a professional attitude. Wish him all the very best, he deserves our respect and admiration.
I was surprised that the club didn’t also farewell our other departing players.
 
Way too good not to get another gig. Has a lot to offer, smart player and seemed to be responsive to coaching.

If not here, he would be man of steel quality in England

Genuinely sorry to see him go.
 
Always played above his weight. A heart of gold and a true leader. He tightened up our defence and when he first came on board, it felt like our attack revolutionised with his link-plays. Wish him the best in his next endeavours. Will always respect this man.
 
He always tried hard but is not a big player and has certainly taken a battering on the field for us while doing his job.He has had many HIA's from memory and the game these days in the forwards is not designed for players like him.He should think carefully before committing to any NRL offers but i feel an ESL contract would suit him far more where the game is more open and his style would be a greater advantage to his team.
Thanks for all of his efforts while he has been with us
 
@jadtiger said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1240095) said:
He always tried hard but is not a big player and has certainly taken a battering on the field for us while doing his job.He has had many HIA's from memory and the game these days in the forwards is not designed for players like him.He should think carefully before committing to any NRL offers but i feel an ESL contract would suit him far more where the game is more open and his style would be a greater advantage to his team.
Thanks for all of his efforts while he has been with us
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ET would be a beast in ESL. As an earlier poster mentioned he has man of steel qualities. If he were to go to an English club, he would become an instant fan favourite.
 
@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 ❤️

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Well said Josh. He deserves acknowledgement for his effort and professionalism.
 
I was a little disappointed one of our former captains and a whole-hearted veteran couldn't get a mention last night.
 
Interesting to me how blokes like Mikaele and Twal are locked in for next year, however guys like ET and Huth are on the outer.

Huth and ET turned the match last night when they came on the field, and I can only respect blokes who dig in all efforts all game. Huthy for example, second week in a row 1-1 strip to give us a chance to turn the match.

I respect ET for being a machine and not slowing down even when his head has been split. If he was 10 kg heavier he'd be a walk-up starter every match.

Best of luck bro
 
One of my all time favourite players. ET gave everything each week, has a huge heart and seemed like someone all the other players really enjoyed playing with.
 
@twentyforty said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1240056) said:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JU_trrtVS2o&list=PLVhzT4c0fBb9NIOEkpRZQkG2A12D2dpD3&index=10




An absolute legend of the game!
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Hadn’t seen that clip before- thanks for the link. What a thoughtful and humble guy ET is. So many players could learn plenty from him. I think we are losing some real qualities letting him go from our squad.
 
Thought it would have been nice for the guys ending their time with the Wests Tigers to get a mention and for the fans to be able to thank them for their efforts. Some more than others obviously.

Elijah Taylor for me was someone very special from the time he joined us. I love players that put in everything for the club and he certainly did so, every time he took the field. He gave everything,, blood, sweat and tears and then some. He may not have won too many awards and a lot of what he did for us went unnoticed by a lot of fans, because they were busy watching the flashy, outspoken players that seem to seek attention. He certainly copped some stick from a few Forumers who couldn't see past the nit picking penalties that he was pinged for (by biased refererees), whilst slowing the play down, so we could get organised for the next onslaught. In my opinion I feel he was told to go out and do that, because he was the only player we had that could, then he was accused of brain snaps. Really!

Personally I am very sorry that his contract has not been renewed for another year, his work around the ruck will be missed big time if some one doesn't step up to fill those hard hitting shoes. Elijah, I wish you and your family all the very best in the future, whatever that may hold and thank you from the bottom of my heart for everything you gave to the Tigers and I know that was everything you had.

THANK YOU!!!!!
 
@jirskyr said in [Elijah Taylor Final Game](/post/1240403) said:
Interesting to me how blokes like Mikaele and Twal are locked in for next year, however guys like ET and Huth are on the outer.

Huth and ET turned the match last night when they came on the field, and I can only respect blokes who dig in all efforts all game. Huthy for example, second week in a row 1-1 strip to give us a chance to turn the match.

I respect ET for being a machine and not slowing down even when his head has been split. If he was 10 kg heavier he'd be a walk-up starter every match.

Best of luck bro
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Benji, Huth and ET are in the same boat.

Madge needs to change the squad and unfortunately there are too many people we have locked in for next year.

With Twal, Mikaele, Garner, MCK and Packe- there is no impact players
 
**Elijah Taylor shattered by alleged manager scam that cost him more than $350,000**
04:19 wwos

Former Kiwi Test forward Elijah Taylor has been left devastated after being allegedly scammed of more than $350,000 by his former manager.

Taylor, who played with Wests Tigers last season before being released, took his ex-manager Ian Miles to a civil court in Christchurch and won the case.

He was awarded $484,824 in damages and costs.

But he is unlikely to see a penny of it as Miles, who managed his financial affairs for more than four years, has declared himself bankrupt.


Elijah Taylor. (Getty)
"Elijah is shattered as Ian was a close friend and someone he trusted with his money," a source close to Taylor said.

"He doesn't know what to do next and is considering police action.

"It is a cautionary tale to all young players - keep an eye on your money and make sure whoever is looking after it is doing the right thing by you."

Taylor is currently without a club for next season but has been training with Blacktown Workers - Manly's feeder club. He is expected to sign to go to England to continue his career in 2021
 
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