Push is on for Trent Barrett to coach Wests Tigers

[tigersrule4life]

David Riccio
From: The Sunday Telegraph
August 11, 2013 12:00AM

TRENT Barrett is the front-runner to replace besieged Wests Tigers coach Mick Potter next year, with senior players, including club captain Robbie Farah, believing it's a done deal.
The likelihood of Potter surviving beyond this season took a devastating hit last Friday night when they lost to last-placed Parramatta.

The Tigers are now in danger of finishing with the wooden spoon for the first time in the merged club's history. The size of next week's task could not be greater as they face competition leaders, the Sydney Roosters, next Monday night.

Despite chief executive Grant Mayer categorically denying Barrett, the current assistant coach to Ivan Cleary at Penrith, will replace Potter, there is no question that interest in him has spiked over the past 48 hours.

The hot topic of who will coach the Tigers next season was a major talking point in a dejected dressing room at Parramatta Stadium last Friday night, which led to senior players, including Farah, discussing Barrett's anticipated arrival.

Barrett has formed a strong relationship with key figures at the Tigers, including Farah, Origin prop Aaron Woods, and Balmain legend Steve Roach, through his work as an assistant to Blues coach Laurie Daley.

There were also reports that Barrett met with Wests Tigers officials last Friday. That was refuted by Mayer on Saturday.

"No, not right. I can absolutely say that never has Trent Barrett met with the Wests Tigers board or management," he said.

Despite some support for Potter to be offered a second chance next season, his card has been marked.

http://www.news.com.au/sport/nrl/push-is-on-for-trent-barrett-to-coach-wests-tigers/story-fndv39ms-1226694827525

 

[azsportza]

I really can't understand how Barrett is more qualified than Mick Potter.

Sounds like someone who could get the boys club started again.

Going from Potter to Barrett would not help us change. He still wouldn't have his own players or staff. It will be starting all over again just like with Potter

 

[Anthism]

What a retarded reporter… Denied his "findings" as firmly as can be, TWICE. This article makes our team look good in comparison it's that bad.

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[innsaneink]

And they reckon Potsy has communication problems.

Heard barrett speak?

 

[jinu84]

Robbie Farah recently publicly stated he wants Potter as coach next year

http://www.foxsports.com.au/league/nrl-premiership/robbie-farah-says-he-wants-besieged-nrl-coach-mick-potter-to-remain-at-wests-tigers/story-fn2mcuj6-1226694263217#.UgZCBGQayc0

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[851]

Potter should have dropped Benji,Ayshford,Lawrence,Anasta and a few other so called senior players because of continued poor form,if he gets sacked it's his own fault,and I was a real supporter of his.

 

[Sabre]

Article headline - Push is on for Trent Barrett to coach Wests Tigers

Only quote in the article - "No, not right. I can absolutely say that never has Trent Barrett met with the Wests Tigers board or management," Mayer said.

Top journalism David.

 

[gallagher]

Robbie Farah recently publicly stated he wants Potter as coach next year

http://www.foxsports.com.au/league/nrl-premiership/robbie-farah-says-he-wants-besieged-nrl-coach-mick-potter-to-remain-at-wests-tigers/story-fn2mcuj6-1226694263217#.UgZCBGQayc0

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Recently? Like today? After its been confirmed to him that Potter is going? Thats nice of him. He a real 'in the trenches' type of guy.

 

[WestsSupporter]

Didn't Trent Barrett play with Robbie Farah?

Also, I'm sure a two time Dally M Medalist, who has several years experience in the ESL, would be more qualified than an alright player who has only recently got into coaching (and has only assistant coached a losing NSW team).

 

[gallagher]

I guess it helps secure an origin jersey.

 

[azsportza]

Potter should have dropped Benji,Ayshford,Lawrence,Anasta and a few other so called senior players because of continued poor form,if he gets sacked it's his own fault,and I was a real supporter of his.

My question – Is it actually possible for Potter to drop said players. We couldn't promote players due to the second tier salary cap. Sure we could apply for an exemption again like we did for Luani, but I can't see the NRL approving it for poor form from players.

 

[robbo1037]

Potter should have dropped Benji,Ayshford,Lawrence,Anasta and a few other so called senior players because of continued poor form,if he gets sacked it's his own fault,and I was a real supporter of his.

Who was he supposed to put in the team? We had that many injuries this year.

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[TurnStyle]

I know the tigers are second last, but I really can't believe all this heat on Potter?!

Sheens is suing the tigers, who have apparently stopped paying because they're broke. even if Potter was the worst coach ever, why would they sack another coach and have to try to pay three?!

Besides, I don't think he has even been bad?

 

[TurnStyle]

Robbie Farah recently publicly stated he wants Potter as coach next year

http://www.foxsports.com.au/league/nrl-premiership/robbie-farah-says-he-wants-besieged-nrl-coach-mick-potter-to-remain-at-wests-tigers/story-fn2mcuj6-1226694263217#.UgZCBGQayc0

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Recently? Like today? After its been confirmed to him that Potter is going? Thats nice of him. He a real 'in the trenches' type of guy.

No, that was a few days ago…

 

[happy_tiger]

What did we just decide to see who the worst candidate was and take him

Look I'll coach the Tigers for nothing ,seriously most Forum members would be better candidates than Barrett

 

[ragedmachine]

Get ready to have 4 coaches on payroll in 2015..

 

[uuem]

I hope Mick is sacked for hes own good . It is now obvious that he was brought in to be a sacrificial lamb just as Neil Whittaker was for the NRL .
He will not be unemployed for long .

 

[westy81]

Barrett hasn't been a head coach AT ALL I don't see how he would be better and how long has he been an assistant coach, maybe a couple of years maximum, we would defiantly finish with the spoon if he takes over

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[Knuckles]

So Mayer denies everything to do with Barrett hey …... Lets see what happens.

 

[Guest]

If Potter is hung out to dry then Payten is the next best option imo. Barrett will coach the guys how to style their hair and that's about it.