LIVE game discussion. Tigers Team Vs Penrith - Trial#2

[Tiger Stripes]

Kick chase was good too.

Not many mention of how well the forwards were.
I though Bunty was outstanding in attack and defence. And big minutes compared to Royce.
Another who excelled IMO was Sione. In attack and D.
Line speed was good also. They all played with intent.
With May and KPP watching on. All augers well for 2026.

 

[Jux]

Madden reminds me of Noel Goldthorpe. Couldn’t get a run behind Jason Taylor at the magpies, left and had a solid first grade career.

 

[wstigers11]

Not many mention of how well the forwards were.
I though Bunty was outstanding in attack and defence. And big minutes compared to Royce.
Another who excelled IMO was Sione. In attack and D.
Line speed was good also. They all played with intent.
With May and KPP watching on. All augers well for 2026.

Gut feel it’s Royce that misses out on the bench spot.

 

[jirskyr]

It was interesting that the second-half Panthers were not quite as good as the second-half Tigers, and that's why we ran away with it.

I can't make much comment about whether that bodes well for our depth, because I didn't really recognise who the Panthers threw on. Also we kept throwing our fringe firsties back on after a rest (e.g. Murray, Hope, Sukkar), so it wasn't necessarily a proper reflection of how we would usually finish matches.

That being said, Penrith defended really well with first and second string sides, so we were forced to do a lot with the ball. The entire Tigers side also defended fairly well, esp. good first contact, even though at times we were losing the ruck speed.

 

[Tiger Stripes]

I read Andrews is 190cm and 98kg which means he has the build to play right centre if required. He is a find for the club with an excellent pass and spatial awareness.

Taller, heavier and younger than Luai, might even be faster?

 

[Jux]

Charlie Murray has gone to another level this year. Bigger and more confident, setting up a lot of second phase play and backs up as well.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Was $101 a few days ago.

I know
I wasn't smart enough to get on then lol

 

[George Piper's #1 fan]

My bad, thanks for the correction and deeper dive into our history

I love ‘our history’.

 

[Jux]

I’ll have to watch the replay, but I didn’t think Star Toa went as bad as people are making out. Pulled off some good tackles and showed his customary fend with limited opportunities.
Was more concerned with Tiny Mays diabolical attempt on To’o and the forward pass to Maka that would have ruined the highlight reel 😁

 

[tigerman80]

I have seen Twal abit different to others over the years and think he is a must to start for us. So didn’t mention him as thought that was a standard Twal performance.

He is using his body better. He direct runs make an impact and his offloads have a knack of leading to significant field gains or points.

I actually can see Benji squad forming but also with like for like players potential on the park for the full game.

Bunty & Hunt, Pole & Sione, May is the exception.
Twal and Seyfarth as the rovers. With young brigade to come in as injuries hit.

Basically the forward momentum should last alot longer this season than ones before.

Makasini try was a direct result of Twals offload , he looked good all night .

 

[Oldman]

We should temper our enthusiasm a smidge on Jock. Yes he is playing well in these trials and yes the structures look more lethal with him directing them.
These are trials though and I’d remind everyone that one of our best performers in the trials last year was Hope, and many said he deserved to take Tallyns spot. When the real footy started though Tallyn quickly established himself as the preferred 2nd string hooker.
AD is proven during premiership rounds and was one of the few who stood up last year and had a go for us. He was one of our best all year.
We’ll get a better view as the year progresses and my want is the Benji rewards consistency and form fairly.

I have to agree with you on this one Tucker (doesn’t happen often 😂)
There’s a big difference between first and reserve grade in both attack & defence.

 

[krissy]

So Cleary suspended for at least 2 games, 3 if he fights & loses. Does that mean he is out of Dally M contention already?

 

[Oldman]

Madden reminds me of Noel Goldthorpe. Couldn’t get a run behind Jason Taylor at the magpies, left and had a solid first grade career.

Has left before and couldn’t get a run and has returned.
A solid backup that all teams need

 

[EllisFan]

I have to agree with you on this one Tucker (doesn’t happen often 😂)
There’s a big difference between first and reserve grade in both attack & defence.

Don’t forget Jock has been around Adam Reynolds and Ben Hunt in recent times and filled in pretty well when he had to.

 

[Pablo]

He looks damn good doesnt he.
How long is he contracted for? I cant see him sticking around to wait for luai to leave

Three years I think, until the end of the 2028 season

 

[EllisFan]

He looks damn good doesnt he.
How long is he contracted for? I cant see him sticking around to wait for luai to leave

This is the attitude we need to change as a club. The opportunity to learn under a four time premiership winner should be a selling point. If kids think they’re ready before they are then good luck to them.

I think we will see Pezet have a great career after doing a proper apprenticeship.

 

[Tiger2135]

They are broke, no fear there

They'll be cashed up when they get their cut of the ticket sales from RWC 2027.
The prices are very very high.

 

[innsaneink]

It was interesting that the second-half Panthers were not quite as good as the second-half Tigers, and that's why we ran away with it.

I can't make much comment about whether that bodes well for our depth, because I didn't really recognise who the Panthers threw on. Also we kept throwing our fringe firsties back on after a rest (e.g. Murray, Hope, Sukkar), so it wasn't necessarily a proper reflection of how we would usually finish matches.

That being said, Penrith defended really well with first and second string sides, so we were forced to do a lot with the ball. The entire Tigers side also defended fairly well, esp. good first contact, even though at times we were losing the ruck speed.

When.penrith went to Vegas a year or 2 back i watch
ed a trial penrith v someone i think at LO....it was basically panthers reggies yet they.were a.carbon copy of the nrl side the way they played ...so similar.
Didnt see that last.night

 

[Rock Hopper Steve]

Fisherman speaks for “everyone” 👍
How did the Fisherman garner this authority?
Does the Forum have a debenture system I’m not aware of ?

Since when has winning
and displaying silverware been “cringe” ?

So many questions, so little time ...

The destination of any Wests Tigers silverware should never end up at W.A. wake up to yourself, I don't believe this has to be pointed out.

 

[Tiger_Yoshi]

So Cleary suspended for at least 2 games, 3 if he fights & loses. Does that mean he is out of Dally M contention already?

Ahh the chin will dash off to the UK for a few weeks