Signing Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

Charlie Staines will reportedly continue his tenure at the Wests Tigers.

Staines joined the Tigers in 2023 looking for an upgraded role at either fullback or on the wing, but failed to make any great strides.

He played just nine games in his first season at the joint-venture, having played 38 previous games between his 2020 debut and 2022 exit from the Penrith Panthers.

Staines, who has also played a single Test for Samoa, spent chunks of time in the NSW Cup and it seemed somewhat unlikely that he would have his one-year contract extended by the Tigers, having been well and truly jumped for the fullback spot by Jahream Bula and struggling to gain a place in the outside backs.

But that may not be the case, with Sky Sports Radio reporting that he has re-signed with the club this week, meaning he should report for training in the coming days as Benji Marshall ramps up preparations for his first season as a head coach in 2024, having taken over from Tim Sheens.

It's unclear at this stage whether it's a Top 30 or supplementary deal, given the Tigers were believed to have a full squad for the 2024 campaign already.

The Tigers are reportedly set to be one of the most active teams in the player market for 2025, putting plenty of pressure on their 2024 squad to cement spots ahead of potential arrivals of the likes of Melbourne Storm centre Justin Olam and Penrith Panthers five-eighth Jarome Luai, who Marshall has met with face to face in recent days.
 
GNR4LIFE said:
Not sure why short drop outs are suddenly in vogue after 100 years. One team starts trying it, and everyone goes along with it.
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Lets start a kicking duel revival.

Just like when we used to play "forcings back" at school or down at the park. Was great, you could play it with just 2 players or 200.

Lots of variations on what people called it but it was more or less along those lines.

 

🚨 'He is big and strong': Wests Tigers sign powerhouse Fijian prop Gordon Whippy​


The Wests Tigers have signed a powerhouse Fijian prop who made his Test debut in the recent Pacific Championships.

Gordon Whippy, 21, is expected to start on a development contract but could move up to NRL level after his impressive performance when given his chance at the elite level by Fiji. Whippy is a superb natural athlete, having represented Fiji in both swimming and athletics before deciding to concentrate his efforts in rugby league.

He began with the Raiders as a raw teenager three years ago and then had stints with Souths juniors and most recently with Ipswich Jets in the Hostplus Cup.

"Gordon has done a great job and this is a big opportunity for him," his manager, former NSW and Kangaroos star Matt Adamson told Wide World of Sports.

"He is big and strong and still has a lot to learn but he is very keen and the Tigers should be a good for for him."

Tigers coach Benji Marshall has shown he is prepared to give youth a go and is certain to closely monitor Whippy's form on the training paddock and in the pre-season trials.
 
crazycat said:
100%

Lets punt the fringe grader, regardless if they had a month of good football.

We need an experienced back. We are just way too porus. Justin Olam fits the bill and unlike Joey Manu or Bradman Best, we have a strong chance of getting him.
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Crazycat - did we just become best friends?

The Cat is now down with Tito.
 
Tiger_Fanatic3 said:

🚨 'He is big and strong': Wests Tigers sign powerhouse Fijian prop Gordon Whippy​


The Wests Tigers have signed a powerhouse Fijian prop who made his Test debut in the recent Pacific Championships.

Gordon Whippy, 21, is expected to start on a development contract but could move up to NRL level after his impressive performance when given his chance at the elite level by Fiji. Whippy is a superb natural athlete, having represented Fiji in both swimming and athletics before deciding to concentrate his efforts in rugby league.

He began with the Raiders as a raw teenager three years ago and then had stints with Souths juniors and most recently with Ipswich Jets in the Hostplus Cup.

"Gordon has done a great job and this is a big opportunity for him," his manager, former NSW and Kangaroos star Matt Adamson told Wide World of Sports.

"He is big and strong and still has a lot to learn but he is very keen and the Tigers should be a good for for him."

Tigers coach Benji Marshall has shown he is prepared to give youth a go and is certain to closely monitor Whippy's form on the training paddock and in the pre-season trials.
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Mr Whippy - I’ve already started making banners and tshirts. Actually, I just had a great idea. How good would it be if they started to plan the Mr Whippy van music just before he came off the bench? Much like wrestlers entrance music. Imagine the reaction from the opposition when they know he’s coming on.

Tito - you magnificent human. Marketing genius!
 
Tiger_Fanatic3 said:

🚨 'He is big and strong': Wests Tigers sign powerhouse Fijian prop Gordon Whippy​


The Wests Tigers have signed a powerhouse Fijian prop who made his Test debut in the recent Pacific Championships.

Gordon Whippy, 21, is expected to start on a development contract but could move up to NRL level after his impressive performance when given his chance at the elite level by Fiji. Whippy is a superb natural athlete, having represented Fiji in both swimming and athletics before deciding to concentrate his efforts in rugby league.

He began with the Raiders as a raw teenager three years ago and then had stints with Souths juniors and most recently with Ipswich Jets in the Hostplus Cup.

"Gordon has done a great job and this is a big opportunity for him," his manager, former NSW and Kangaroos star Matt Adamson told Wide World of Sports.

"He is big and strong and still has a lot to learn but he is very keen and the Tigers should be a good for for him."

Tigers coach Benji Marshall has shown he is prepared to give youth a go and is certain to closely monitor Whippy's form on the training paddock and in the pre-season trials.
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Hope he is more successful than our last inspired Q-cup signing - Tony Pellow aka Cody Walker come again.
 
diedpretty said:
Bit more than a club culture thing - he got done for the drug rubbish but there was also the thing with his ex wife where she sued him for alleged rape during their relationship. I'm surprised the NRL let him back in.
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He also was seen punching her in a car and used the "I was shooing a spider" defence. True story
 
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