OFFICIAL Esan Marsters [Discussion]
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Tuiaki_Chicken_Wings
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This is from Fox Sports… didn't see anyone post it
JUNIOR KIWI TO INK NEW DEAL
Wests Tigers have won the race to sign junior Kiwis wrecking ball Esan Marsters.
The 19-year-old has been one of the most in-demand players yet to make his NRL debut with five NRL clubs in Cronulla, Manly, Newcastle and South Sydney all courting the backrower.
While he was close to inking a deal with the Sharks, Marsters decided to stay loyal to the Tigers and sign on for another two seasons.
Having represented the Cook Islands in 2015, Marsters, who tips the scales at 110 kilos, will remain in Concord until the end of 2018.
Before being promoted to the Intrust Super Premiership NSW, Marsters had scored eight tries in 10 NYC appearances this season and led the Tigers for line breaks with 11.
Marsters was expected to make his NRL debut this season however second-tier salary cap issues are expected to prevent him from featuring in the top grade in 2016.
On the weekend the club had to be granted salary cap dispensation to debut hooker Jacob Liddle due to an injury crisis.
http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/wests-tigers-giant-decides-future-rabbitohs-splash-cash-des-hasler-eyes-flyer--nrl-market-watch/news-story/50c0990d03b3cd3b68065c2ad4ba640e
JUNIOR KIWI TO INK NEW DEAL
Wests Tigers have won the race to sign junior Kiwis wrecking ball Esan Marsters.
The 19-year-old has been one of the most in-demand players yet to make his NRL debut with five NRL clubs in Cronulla, Manly, Newcastle and South Sydney all courting the backrower.
While he was close to inking a deal with the Sharks, Marsters decided to stay loyal to the Tigers and sign on for another two seasons.
Having represented the Cook Islands in 2015, Marsters, who tips the scales at 110 kilos, will remain in Concord until the end of 2018.
Before being promoted to the Intrust Super Premiership NSW, Marsters had scored eight tries in 10 NYC appearances this season and led the Tigers for line breaks with 11.
Marsters was expected to make his NRL debut this season however second-tier salary cap issues are expected to prevent him from featuring in the top grade in 2016.
On the weekend the club had to be granted salary cap dispensation to debut hooker Jacob Liddle due to an injury crisis.
http://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-premiership/wests-tigers-giant-decides-future-rabbitohs-splash-cash-des-hasler-eyes-flyer--nrl-market-watch/news-story/50c0990d03b3cd3b68065c2ad4ba640e
Born_tiger
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Ruled out of reserve grade today.. First grade chance?
Dunno who Masters is but Marsters would more than likely go back to the 20's than FG at this stage of his career,,
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Ruled out of today's game with a shoulder injury.
Esan Marsters signs on with Wests Tigers
Thu 15th September, 04:00PM
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Wests Tigers are pleased to announce the re-signing of exciting young forward Esan Marsters for a further two seasons.
The 20-year-old has been in excellent form this season, sharing his duties between the Club’s Intrust Super Premiership and Holden Cup sides.
Marsters, a talented back-rower, represented the Junior Kiwis earlier this season and also played a Test match for the Cook Islands last year.
The Mount Albert Lions junior has scored a total of 12 tries in 23 matches this season, across both the Intrust Super Premiership and Holden Cup.
The representative forward will join the full-time NRL squad next year, with his new deal securing him at Wests Tigers until the end of the 2018 season.
Don't miss Wests Tigers' first ever Charity Ball on October 29 to help support beyondblue!
Marsters expressed his excitement to remain at Wests Tigers, where he will continue push for a place in the NRL side.
“It’s really good to re-sign because I wanted to stay at Wests Tigers,” he said. “I wanted to show my loyalty to the Club because it has been really good here and I’m enjoying my training.
“I feel as though the Club gave me a chance and I want to try and pay them back.
“There are other things to take into account like my family is really close here and we’ve based ourselves around here so it’s good to stay.
“Going up to the Intrust Super Premiership side has been really good for me, I was lucky enough for Paul Stringer to call me up a couple of times and I’ve enjoyed that challenge.
“It’s going to be massive having a full pre-season in the NRL squad and learning off guys like Chris Lawrence – I’m really looking forward to taking a few things on board from experienced players like him.
“For now though I’m focussed on finishing this year on a positive note with the Holden Cup team and leading into pre-season I want to start strong and really earn my stripes,” he said.
Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe said he was delighted to have more exciting young players commit their future to the Club.
“Esan was really sought after and we are really proud that our development and pathways have seen him re-commit to Wests Tigers,” Pascoe said. “We continue to invest in our pathway programs and the development of our young talent.
“Esan’s re-signing is another example of the Club being able to retain the talent that we develop,” he said.
Head Coach Jason Taylor shared a similar sentiment to Pascoe, highlighting the bright future that Marsters has ahead of him.
“It’s really exciting to have Esan stick around for a few more years,” Taylor said. “He has been really impressive over the last couple of seasons in our development system.
“Esan’s form in our Under 20s team this season has been really strong; he has a lot of talent and is working really hard to improve what he does on the field.
“He’s already had a taste of senior footy with our Intrust Super Premiership side, so I look forward to a really exciting future from him,” he said.
Marsters will travel to Townsville with the Holden Cup side for their Semi Final against North Queensland on Friday night.
http://www.weststigers.com.au/news/2016/09/14/esan_marsters_signs_.html
Thu 15th September, 04:00PM
A A
Wests Tigers are pleased to announce the re-signing of exciting young forward Esan Marsters for a further two seasons.
The 20-year-old has been in excellent form this season, sharing his duties between the Club’s Intrust Super Premiership and Holden Cup sides.
Marsters, a talented back-rower, represented the Junior Kiwis earlier this season and also played a Test match for the Cook Islands last year.
The Mount Albert Lions junior has scored a total of 12 tries in 23 matches this season, across both the Intrust Super Premiership and Holden Cup.
The representative forward will join the full-time NRL squad next year, with his new deal securing him at Wests Tigers until the end of the 2018 season.
Don't miss Wests Tigers' first ever Charity Ball on October 29 to help support beyondblue!
Marsters expressed his excitement to remain at Wests Tigers, where he will continue push for a place in the NRL side.
“It’s really good to re-sign because I wanted to stay at Wests Tigers,” he said. “I wanted to show my loyalty to the Club because it has been really good here and I’m enjoying my training.
“I feel as though the Club gave me a chance and I want to try and pay them back.
“There are other things to take into account like my family is really close here and we’ve based ourselves around here so it’s good to stay.
“Going up to the Intrust Super Premiership side has been really good for me, I was lucky enough for Paul Stringer to call me up a couple of times and I’ve enjoyed that challenge.
“It’s going to be massive having a full pre-season in the NRL squad and learning off guys like Chris Lawrence – I’m really looking forward to taking a few things on board from experienced players like him.
“For now though I’m focussed on finishing this year on a positive note with the Holden Cup team and leading into pre-season I want to start strong and really earn my stripes,” he said.
Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe said he was delighted to have more exciting young players commit their future to the Club.
“Esan was really sought after and we are really proud that our development and pathways have seen him re-commit to Wests Tigers,” Pascoe said. “We continue to invest in our pathway programs and the development of our young talent.
“Esan’s re-signing is another example of the Club being able to retain the talent that we develop,” he said.
Head Coach Jason Taylor shared a similar sentiment to Pascoe, highlighting the bright future that Marsters has ahead of him.
“It’s really exciting to have Esan stick around for a few more years,” Taylor said. “He has been really impressive over the last couple of seasons in our development system.
“Esan’s form in our Under 20s team this season has been really strong; he has a lot of talent and is working really hard to improve what he does on the field.
“He’s already had a taste of senior footy with our Intrust Super Premiership side, so I look forward to a really exciting future from him,” he said.
Marsters will travel to Townsville with the Holden Cup side for their Semi Final against North Queensland on Friday night.
http://www.weststigers.com.au/news/2016/09/14/esan_marsters_signs_.html
Good re-signing….Nice to know we can hold onto those we want...
TopTiger
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I thought I had read previously somewhere that he had already re-signed, maybe stated that he had committed to the Tigers. Anyhow a good prospect, hopefully he now has a blinder tomorrow evening!!
Tigerdave
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Very good, just waiting on ET
damn have a look at those highlights
first 1/3 is kinda average, but the footwork and pace for a big boy is amazing - exactly what you want to see from a potential NRL player
sometimes playing well in 20s is irrelevent - especially for forwards because of how poor the defence is. but he legitimately looks like he has a game that will translate really well to a 30-40minute bench player for us in the next 2 years
will definitely want a better look at his D though
first 1/3 is kinda average, but the footwork and pace for a big boy is amazing - exactly what you want to see from a potential NRL player
sometimes playing well in 20s is irrelevent - especially for forwards because of how poor the defence is. but he legitimately looks like he has a game that will translate really well to a 30-40minute bench player for us in the next 2 years
will definitely want a better look at his D though
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newtiger
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There were about 6 NRL clubs chasing him, so he must have the goods.
king_sirro
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He is a gun.
Built like Alex Glenn.
Built like Alex Glenn.
Masterton
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Hope they're paying him enough to have him in the top 25.
How do you pronounce his name?
Gary_Bakerloo
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Timing of the announcement a coincidence?
A good signing.
A good signing.
