HBG, Independent Directors Sacked

Vicious said:
We still have some supporters including some on this forum that want to believe our recruitment for last season was down to Richo and the Independent Board Members, nobody else even though the high profile recruits themselves have all publically stated it was Benji that convinced them tn sign with is, nobody else.
While the jury is still out on Benji’s coaching ability, there can be no denying his ability to attract players.
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Our club wasn't just a mess on the field. You forget all the Wests Tigers board at war articles that drag our club through the mud.

Our off the field has been a disgrace
 
mtd#2 said:
I haven't seen anyone from HBG front up post the sacking of 4 x independent directors, which they reversed, with no explanation.

Can you point me in the direction of these interviews/statements?
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That Paton guy gave the reasons for their removal
 
WestsEffTheRest said:
Reasons that were contradictory & made no sense.
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I wouldn't expect an in-depth report to fans on the reasonings for behind the scenes moves by a club board.

They gave a reason for their decision. The minutia of the reasons isn't really for public discussion. What's to say that, by not giving every detail, they are not, in fact, protecting reputations of the people removed?

I know we all say it's 'our club' etc. But if we don't expect a written, word-for-word account of every action the board makes in regard to stadium deals, lunch menu's, club tie design....why do we expect all the details on boardroom movements?

They have given a reason. It has NOT been 'proven' to be unfounded. The decision to reinstate board members has not been explained. That decision does not disprove the reason given- no matter how confusing. There are elements to all of this that we are all simply speculating about- and no amount of hand wringing & nay-saying makes anyone's point more valid than anyone else's.
 
The Chad said:
I wouldn't expect an in-depth report to fans on the reasonings for behind the scenes moves by a club board.

They gave a reason for their decision. The minutia of the reasons isn't really for public discussion. What's to say that, by not giving every detail, they are not, in fact, protecting reputations of the people removed?

I know we all say it's 'our club' etc. But if we don't expect a written, word-for-word account of every action the board makes in regard to stadium deals, lunch menu's, club tie design....why do we expect all the details on boardroom movements?

They have given a reason. It has NOT been 'proven' to be unfounded. The decision to reinstate board members has not been explained. That decision does not disprove the reason given- no matter how confusing. There are elements to all of this that we are all simply speculating about- and no amount of hand wringing & nay-saying makes anyone's point more valid than anyone else's.
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If the issues were real why couldn’t the HBG turn around & say to PVL this is what transpired, this is what they done which led to their removal & why they won’t be allowed back on the Wests Tigers board? It’s because none of these issues had merit & they crumbled at any little pressure that was applied to them. This was merely a ploy to wiggle back control from a club that was starting to become independent.
 
WestsEffTheRest said:
If the issues were real why couldn’t the HBG turn around & say to PVL this is what transpired, this is what they done which led to their removal & why they won’t be allowed back on the Wests Tigers board? It’s because none of these issues had merit & they crumbled at any little pressure that was applied to them. This was merely a ploy to wiggle back control from a club that was starting to become independent.
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Sorry mate- didn't realise you knew what was discussed between PVL & the Tigers.
 
Bus 2 Terrigal Lagoon said:
Wests Tigers Chairman slaps down Darcy Byrne who got it SOOO wrong in attempting to blame HBG for his imaginary ticket prices (its all becoming a bit unhealthy, this anti HBG obsession Darcy)

"Inner west mayor Darcy Byrne has expressed disbelief at the decision of HGB to charge children $75 for a single game ..." - Weekly Times

"Id also like to make it clear that the Wests Tigers are responsible for setting ticket prices ..." - O'Farrell

👉 Barry's Statement
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Unhealthy are the sycophants from Wests/HBG coming on here pushing their agenda. Not only do they believe they 'own' the club, they seek to counter anything that discredits them. Apparently they do no wrong.
 
The Chad said:
We are a poorly performing club on the field.

Off the field? Boardroom members aside- are we doing much worse than 80% of the clubs?

Be fair when talking about the coaches too- the one who left did so to coach his son. 3 ex-premiership coaches, Cleary, Madge & Sheens.

I don't remember watching the board members missing tackles or kicking out on the full.

Our years without finals series appearances have more to do with coaches hoping Luke Brooks can be Nathan Cleary than whoever sits at the end of the board room table.

Everyone says we turned things around last season because of independent board members.

Couldn't it have just as easily been Benji getting a better mix of players on the field? Why is Benji's success (of sorts) credited to the off-the-field team instead of the guys on the field?
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Come on mate. When things improve on field let's not pretend that people on the board won't make sure to give themselves credit.
 
Vicious said:
We still have some supporters including some on this forum that want to believe our recruitment for last season was down to Richo and the Independent Board Members, nobody else even though the high profile recruits themselves have all publically stated it was Benji that convinced them tn sign with is, nobody else.
While the jury is still out on Benji’s coaching ability, there can be no denying his ability to attract players.
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Last years success was the result of a organisation wide team effort over the last two years. HBG blew it up and turned it into a circus. No amount of gaslighting will eliminate that stench.

Benji Marshall December 13 2025:
“We made a plan two years ago, and I’ve got to give credit to Richo for that too, because he was a big part of what we’ve done, the squad we’ve built, and I’m sure everyone could see the progress we’ve made on-field,“

“I’m like the fans, what’s happened is such a shock. For us, we’ve built something really good here, and it was quite a shock to happen.”

HBG’s incompetence is seared into everyone’s mind V. You’re only fooling yourself.
 
Big Red said:
Last years success was the result of a organisation wide team effort over the last two years. HBG blew it up and turned it into a circus. No amount of gaslighting will eliminate that stench.

Benji Marshall December 13 2025:
“We made a plan two years ago, and I’ve got to give credit to Richo for that too, because he was a big part of what we’ve done, the squad we’ve built, and I’m sure everyone could see the progress we’ve made on-field,“

“I’m like the fans, what’s happened is such a shock. For us, we’ve built something really good here, and it was quite a shock to happen.”

HBG’s incompetence is seared into everyone’s mind V. You’re only fooling yourself.
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What success did we see last year?
 
The Chad said:
I wouldn't expect an in-depth report to fans on the reasonings for behind the scenes moves by a club board.

They gave a reason for their decision. The minutia of the reasons isn't really for public discussion. What's to say that, by not giving every detail, they are not, in fact, protecting reputations of the people removed?

I know we all say it's 'our club' etc. But if we don't expect a written, word-for-word account of every action the board makes in regard to stadium deals, lunch menu's, club tie design....why do we expect all the details on boardroom movements?

They have given a reason. It has NOT been 'proven' to be unfounded. The decision to reinstate board members has not been explained. That decision does not disprove the reason given- no matter how confusing. There are elements to all of this that we are all simply speculating about- and no amount of hand wringing & nay-saying makes anyone's point more valid than anyone else's.
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The reason was then removed from the website and the directors offered their place back. Yep rock solid reason..

The HBG is the reason fan feel disillusioned with their leadership atm. Instead of acknowledging that disillusion then send out their minions to attack the fans.

These guys are weak leaders of our club.
 
Tucker said:
What success did we see last year?
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Improvements in governance, systems and processes, policies, leadership, organisational culture, financial performance, recruitment and results.

Improvement is an indicator of success. The level of success is determined by the targets that were set. There were obvious failures as well but the overall trajectory was up.

This ain’t your thing Tucker so I’ll leave it there.
 
Tiger Tarl said:
Laundy Hotels is contracted as the major front-of-jersey sponsor for the dogs until the end of 2027. Will be interesting to see if they extend for a further 5 years (which is an option) or if they decide against it clearing the way to buy the mighty Wests Tigers...
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If he is smart he can have Laundy hotels with Dogs and 2gb with Tigers
 
weststigers said:
Think about what you're actually saying. You want everyone else to fund all the facilities and entertainment and whatever other costs are involved so parents don't have to pay.

As a parent, you are responsible for the cost of your own kids. It's not the responsibility of a business to fund that.

I challenge you to put your own money down for a business and run it at a loss so others can enjoy it a virtually no cost.

It's a logic vs emotion argument.

People also complain about having to pay for Fox or Kayo. Price of jerseys. You name it, they complain. The price is what it is for a reason. Not to block kids from watching footy.
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I see your point but agree to disagree , I did have a business and I did sponsor teams ( St Clair ) Penrith area , it was about 16 years ago and I paid $ 1500 for the under 12 team sponsorship , just so the kids could keep their jersey at the end of the year no matter where they finished , I did it as they had no sponsor , could we afford it at the time , it was boarder line , probably no , but I did it for the kids , Wests Tigers can afford to do it for a trial no issue , 1 game , it’s for the kids , our future players possibly ,
 
rihannafan1 said:
Unhealthy are the sycophants from Wests/HBG coming on here pushing their agenda. Not only do they believe they 'own' the club, they seek to counter anything that discredits them. Apparently they do no wrong.
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“Agenda” in this context, meaning any poster with an alternate opinion.

Darcy told big fat porkies and yet across the forum, it’s hardly caused a ripple of discussion.

What we’re you saying about sycophants and doing no wrong ?
 
Bus 2 Terrigal Lagoon said:
“Agenda” in this context, meaning any poster with an alternate opinion.

Darcy told big fat porkies and yet across the forum, it’s hardly caused a ripple of discussion.

What we’re you saying about sycophants and doing no wrong ?
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Darcy got called out publically for not doing his homework. Rightly so. We all know Darcy is a grandstander.
As a supporter he will be silenced by the club doing well on and off the field just like all the other critics.
They want to keep dangling the bait by not sticking to the plan then they will continue to get criticized.
 
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