Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[Tiger Tarl]

We absolutely need a top-rate prop, second-rower and lock but the backline for the next two years is looking very interesting...

2025	2026
1 Bula	1 Large
2 Staines	2 To'o
3 Turuva	3 Bula
4 Olam	4 Makasini
5 Skelton	5 Skelton
6 Galvin	6 Galvin
7 Luai	7 Luai

A boy can dream...

 

[Betterdays22]

Where’s the plenty, please name them

Players come off contract, get squeezed out. Would rather wait than be a pawn for driving up contract prices again.

Few little signs that he had a pretty shit attitude. Not what is needed at the moment. As Richo has put it, we need players up for the fight

 

[BAGNF05]

Our centres and wingers shouldn’t be fed

 

[bptiger 0]

If benji was any good as a coach he would have moved Staines to fullback rather than just keep doing the same shit

 

[tigermate]

If benji was any good as a coach he would have moved Staines to fullback rather than just keep doing the same shit

100% put fainu at center

 

[razor7]

He’s certainly an upgrade on flipper hands kepaoa

Agree with that

 

[Nadz4483]

We absolutely need a top-rate prop, second-rower and lock but the backline for the next two years is looking very interesting...

2025	2026
1 Bula	1 Large
2 Staines	2 To'o
3 Turuva	3 Bula
4 Olam	4 Makasini
5 Skelton	5 Skelton
6 Galvin	6 Galvin
7 Luai	7 Luai

A boy can dream...

That 2026 backline would be nuts if it could come about...

 

[razor7]

That young Latin Fainu is a ripper but has been injured a lot. Having a crack tonight and for once the ref is giving us a fair go

 

[JB9918]

From tonight Alaimalo, Faataape & Tupou not with us next year.

Faataape on a development deal again for me.

Backline has options for next year.

Big thing now will be middles & 1 more edge.

 

[Demps]

From tonight Alaimalo, Faataape & Tupou not with us next year.

Faataape on a development deal again for me.

Backline has options for next year.

Big thing now will be middles & 1 more edge.

Facts.

 

[BAGNF05]

From tonight Alaimalo, Faataape & Tupou not with us next year.

Faataape on a development deal again for me.

Backline has options for next year.

Big thing now will be middles & 1 more edge.

And it’s that obvious we are very strong elsewhere recruitment shouldnt be too difficult.

 

[Odessa]

Did he say anything about RCG going back to Penrith and realising To'o for cap space?

He said heaps of rumours going around getting rosters ready for next year and Penrith want a prop need the cash mite have to release a player in demand

Also talked about junior footy and some clubs are chasing juniors looking over at what the Campbelltown region has

 

[Bigscreentv]

If benji was any good as a coach he would have moved Staines to fullback rather than just keep doing the same shit

He’s thinking long-term. Mason needs minutes and shouldn’t defend in the line.

 

[JB9918]

And it’s that obvious we are very strong elsewhere recruitment shouldnt be too difficult.

It'll be interesting considering money in the bank vs available spots.

Balancing the books & vacancies will be Richo's deal breaker.

2 mill but minimal spots.

Pay out Tumeth, Naden & Sukkar maybe for next year. You probably get a return on Naden & Sullivan you would think.

Rough calculations would be 5 spots... As I think we have 1 now.

Tumeth & Sukkar would have to minimum deals so there's $300k.

Naden probably costs us $150k.

Sullivan maybe $250k.

So we are down to 1.5m give or take.

Resign Sione Fainu - $250k

I really hope letting Simpkin, Kepaoa & don't forget Nofa go early assists the cap.

The other 4 spots need to be forwards.

Backs looking forward:

Bula, Staines, Skelton, Olam, Doueihi, L Lualilii, Feledy, Saukuru, Turuva, Toa, Mason (dev)... Naden... No Faataape (yet)

The other elephant in the room is Bateman.

Wow wee... Plus 7 depth signings

 

[WestsTigers4VR]

So proud of the boys tonight down 16-0 I thought “here we go again.” But nope they turned on and up some which I love. Despite what many may say Benji has improved and developed this team into a better side. Next year we lose out on Stefano and Papalii which is no doubt a big loss but the likes of the Fainu boys and the breakout season for Pole have made it an even trade.

Tonight (for me at least) has solidified Galvin as our 5/8. As for Fainu he could be one of the great locks if he wishes to develop there. There is no doubt the Fainu bros would love to all stay in the same team and I think they’d be willing to make sacrifices to do so. Great signs ahead.

 

[The Chad]

Props:
Tuku Hau Tapuha – Shark - off contract 2025, 22yrs, 114 kg
Corey Horsburgh – Raider till ‘2027 but wants out. 26yrs, 188cm, 109kg, 98%
Xavier Willison – Bronco’s - Prop
Nelson Asofa-Solomona – Storm, 28yrs
Kaufusi – Sharks – Prop, similar to Stef.
Davvy Moale – Souths, 22yrs, is similar to Stef, 48 games, 186cm, 112kg
Chris Patolo – Bulldog - prop/2nd row, 23yrs, 185cm, 110kg
Peter Hola – Raider’s prop, 25yrs, 192cm, 110kg

Back Row/lock
Jackson Ford – Warrior’s 2nd row, 187cm, 101kg, 26yrs
Charlie Guymer – Eels 2nd row/lock, asked permission to talk to rival clubs.
Ethan Bullemor - 24 yrs. 2nd row, Manly, signed for 2024 & 2025
J'maine Hopgood – Eels lock, 25 yrs, 185cm, 102 kg

Jack Williams – Sharks – 27yrs, 184cm, 98kg, lock forward
Tallis Duncan – Souths - lock forward - 188cm, 6ft 2inch and 98 kg
Sione Mauta'uatia – back row forward

Here is a list of some forwards mentioned on this forum ready for for a chat.
A wish list of sorts!

Reckon you missed one...

https://www.bing.com/images/search?...B03862A18E47DF28E61E8D&selectedIndex=54&itb=0

 

[KCTiger2]

If benji was any good as a coach he would have moved Staines to fullback rather than just keep doing the same shit

🫣🫣🫣

 

[dazza65]

with controlled aggression - he's a player we need

been saying for ages we need a red headed lunatic.....

 

[2041]

He said heaps of rumours going around getting rosters ready for next year and Penrith want a prop need the cash mite have to release a player in demand

Also talked about junior footy and some clubs are chasing juniors looking over at what the Campbelltown region has

This is the most significant point by miles. We all obsess about free agent signings but if competent clubs like Penrith start mining "our" junior nursery we might as well pack up and move to Christchurch.

 

[pawsandclaws1]

This is the most significant point by miles. We all obsess about free agent signings but if competent clubs like Penrith start mining "our" junior nursery we might as well pack up and move to Christchurch.

It is an issue. The Pathways' team has been outstanding in identifying and signing the best of our young talent. We need continuous improvement in this area including additional resources because the importance of junior talent to our club was on display in the NRL game.