Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

Isn't Kei also in the same situation as Hoffman - that is automatically upgraded to NRL? From watching Hoffman over the last couple of seasons I have never seen him look other than ordinary even in reggies, so if the club has an option, my view would be to open his spot in the 30 to someone more likely.

Assuming we don't retain JTJ or BJ, and we upgrade 2 development players (Kei and Hoffman), by my calculation we will have 4 available spots in the 30. This takes into account Mikaele re-sign and Mbye going, not signing Cini, MCK or Amone, and losing Packer and Walters).
 
@thedaboss said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453902) said:
@demps said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453900) said:
@thedaboss said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453897) said:
@pawsandclaws1 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453892) said:
@razor7 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453882) said:
So people on here keep rating Ogden and Dillon as close to the two best of our undefeated Flegg team and Dillon may have gone. Ogdens manager is talking to Qld clubs. Let me get this this straight .We are not buying established players because we are concentrating on player development.
Arguably our two best Flegg players could be signing elsewhere.
I find this incredible . Can’t we even sign our own best young players. Surely this can’t be happening. Who is responsible for this if true ( and it appears likely)? We have plenty of money. Please explain?

We have some very good young players. Besides the two you have mentioned, these players are worth watching

Jordan Hill - wing/fullback
Brandon Tumeth - second row
Fonua Pole - prop
Sione Tupou - prop
Liam Scolari - wing
Kade Hill - halfback
Iverson Fuatimau - centre

I would love if that summer league idea came into fruition this year

Would live to see a few games of our jersey flegg players absolutely carving up the comp

You rate any other young guns man?

I dont watch much Flegg .. i only really see what is livestreamed e g. Koe and when they played in that trial match

I really like ogden, scolari and dillon

A dark horse also could be stevanovic..not sure of spelling but i liked his play style

Agreed
 
@pawsandclaws1 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453892) said:
@razor7 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453882) said:
So people on here keep rating Ogden and Dillon as close to the two best of our undefeated Flegg team and Dillon may have gone. Ogdens manager is talking to Qld clubs. Let me get this this straight .We are not buying established players because we are concentrating on player development.
Arguably our two best Flegg players could be signing elsewhere.
I find this incredible . Can’t we even sign our own best young players. Surely this can’t be happening. Who is responsible for this if true ( and it appears likely)? We have plenty of money. Please explain?

We have some very good young players. Besides the two you have mentioned, these players are worth watching

Jordan Hill - wing/fullback
Brandon Tumeth - second row
Fonua Pole - prop
Sione Tupou - prop
Liam Scolari - wing
Kade Hill - halfback
Iverson Fuatimau - centre

So who out of that bunch are signed for next year and onwards.
 
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453876) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453872) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453870) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453867) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453859) said:
Anyone know how many spots free next year with the re signings and Mbye gone?

by my count, 6, but I'm not sure what the go is with Kei and Hoffman and whether they're elevated into the Top 30 next year. I'd give Amone another deal and would let go of Cini, unless the rumours about Dillon are true and he's signed with another club, as we need a backup fullback.

Where are the rumours about Dillon?

that he's signed a Top 30 deal elsewhere.

Right. That would suck, need re-sign the best of the flegg team and we should have more spots free than other clubs.

I believe Hoffman is automatically upgraded to Top 30 next year.

Never seen Dillon play, however is he bigger or smaller than papenhguyzen?
 
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453929) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453876) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453872) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453870) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453867) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453859) said:
Anyone know how many spots free next year with the re signings and Mbye gone?

by my count, 6, but I'm not sure what the go is with Kei and Hoffman and whether they're elevated into the Top 30 next year. I'd give Amone another deal and would let go of Cini, unless the rumours about Dillon are true and he's signed with another club, as we need a backup fullback.

Where are the rumours about Dillon?

that he's signed a Top 30 deal elsewhere.

Right. That would suck, need re-sign the best of the flegg team and we should have more spots free than other clubs.

I believe Hoffman is automatically upgraded to Top 30 next year.

Never seen Dillon play, however is he bigger or smaller than papenhguyzen?

He looks the same, frame wise.
 
@razor7 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453882) said:
So people on here keep rating Ogden and Dillon as close to the two best of our undefeated Flegg team and Dillon may have gone. Ogdens manager is talking to Qld clubs. Let me get this this straight .We are not buying established players because we are concentrating on player development.
Arguably our two best Flegg players could be signing elsewhere.
I find this incredible . Can’t we even sign our own best young players. Surely this can’t be happening. Who is responsible for this if true ( and it appears likely)? We have plenty of money. Please explain?

Arguably best players according to whom? This forum.
 
@tigertuff said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453926) said:
@pawsandclaws1 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453892) said:
@razor7 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453882) said:
So people on here keep rating Ogden and Dillon as close to the two best of our undefeated Flegg team and Dillon may have gone. Ogdens manager is talking to Qld clubs. Let me get this this straight .We are not buying established players because we are concentrating on player development.
Arguably our two best Flegg players could be signing elsewhere.
I find this incredible . Can’t we even sign our own best young players. Surely this can’t be happening. Who is responsible for this if true ( and it appears likely)? We have plenty of money. Please explain?

We have some very good young players. Besides the two you have mentioned, these players are worth watching

Jordan Hill - wing/fullback
Brandon Tumeth - second row
Fonua Pole - prop
Sione Tupou - prop
Liam Scolari - wing
Kade Hill - halfback
Iverson Fuatimau - centre

So who out of that bunch are signed for next year and onwards.

I understood Brandon Tumeth signed a contract when he came from Balmain to WTs. Jordan Hill I read on this forum may be offered a development contract. Iverson Fuatimau came from the Bulldogs this year so I imagine he is contracted? Perhaps someone else may know more?
 
I wouldn't mind Curtis Scott . At least he would give the opposition something to think about as they gallop through the pass with a smile on their face.
 
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453929) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453876) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453872) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453870) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453867) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453859) said:
Anyone know how many spots free next year with the re signings and Mbye gone?

by my count, 6, but I'm not sure what the go is with Kei and Hoffman and whether they're elevated into the Top 30 next year. I'd give Amone another deal and would let go of Cini, unless the rumours about Dillon are true and he's signed with another club, as we need a backup fullback.

Where are the rumours about Dillon?

that he's signed a Top 30 deal elsewhere.

Right. That would suck, need re-sign the best of the flegg team and we should have more spots free than other clubs.

I believe Hoffman is automatically upgraded to Top 30 next year.

Never seen Dillon play, however is he bigger or smaller than papenhguyzen?

I'd say he's a fair bit smaller. Hodgo would be the closest comparison. Very touch and go whether he can make it at a higher level. He'd be the smallest player in the NRL if he does make it. But he is aggressive and smart as well as talented, so that will give him the best chance for him to make it.
 
@pawsandclaws1 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453892) said:
@razor7 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453882) said:
So people on here keep rating Ogden and Dillon as close to the two best of our undefeated Flegg team and Dillon may have gone. Ogdens manager is talking to Qld clubs. Let me get this this straight .We are not buying established players because we are concentrating on player development.
Arguably our two best Flegg players could be signing elsewhere.
I find this incredible . Can’t we even sign our own best young players. Surely this can’t be happening. Who is responsible for this if true ( and it appears likely)? We have plenty of money. Please explain?

We have some very good young players. Besides the two you have mentioned, these players are worth watching

Jordan Hill - wing/fullback
Brandon Tumeth - second row
Fonua Pole - prop
Sione Tupou - prop
Liam Scolari - wing
Kade Hill - halfback
Iverson Fuatimau - centre

And then the likes of Sykes and O'Kane too.

Lui signed a 2 year deal when we signed him from Parra so he's just off contract but hopefully we've been talking to him for a while. Ogden only signed on a one year deal and sounds like he'll stay. Both have had injury issues though, and with them only getting to play half a season over the past 2 years makes it very hard to see how they handle the grind etc. All clubs are essentailly guessing on which juniors to sign for next year.
 
@needaname said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453566) said:
@sunnycoast_tiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453540) said:
Don’t know if this is the right place for it but saw this on Facebook.
Ok Tigers Fans here’s some updates and information I’ve received from the Club.

The Wests Tigers are in Discussions and are Signing the Required Nsw Cup and Jersey Flegg players they want and believe will take the club forward but hasn’t elaborated names , they are in the market for other available talent but have been told they have targets but will keep all this in house.

The Rumours surrounding Luke Thompson and Jayden Sullivan were false and inaccurate although they did show little interest with Thompson’s manager but there was only one small discussion between the two parties and no offers were made.

I mentioned linking with a Qld Cup side to the Wests Tigers Club I.E Brisbane Tigers or similar to get more talent scouts out n about in Qld and to be able to use their facilities in situations like we’re seeing now and during Qld games for the Tigers and for a great club location to hold fan days etc , he really liked the idea and said there’s merit in looking into it plus he will discuss this with Sheens and his Pathways Dept.

They are currently looking for a Halves Coach for our current Halves and putting the Johns Brothers 1st to approach among others and I’ve been told to stay tuned.

I asked about whether their will be any changes to our Assistant Coaches and I was told it’s in discussion and this process will take shape now and take some time.

Regarding a Boutique Home Ground Stadium ive been told they are working towards it and are working with the state government and councils to achieve this Goal - this is a process mate is what was relayed to me.

The Wests Tigers are heading in the right direction in the necessary areas.
They have many platforms and programs in place with a plan to build towards regular onfield success and that it will take time mate.

Who were they speaking with?

Sorry for the late reply. Don’t know mate I have asked him but waiting for a reply.
Just a update, could be true or could be BS


I’m asked not to reveal the source so to keep their trust I won’t , but I have contact with an official there who holds his cards close to his chest , he answers most of my questions without giving too much away , it’s all brief but gets to the point.
I’d love to get more in detail though.
If I do it right that might happen over time ?
 
Was told by a flegg staff member earlier in the year that Dillon is pound for pound the strongest in the club, he told me he weighs mid 80’s and can bench 160kg and squat close to 200kg. He told me cardio wise he’s in top 3 in whole club. He told me its a massive effort as he has never had an nrl pre season just the odd session here and there, the guy who told me would know, he had something to do with Dillon in sg ball at the dogs before coming here.
 
@jc99 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1454042) said:
Don't see Luke Thompson leaving dogs if they boot Elliot

Don’t see them Booting Elliot unless he is found to be lying about his circumstances
 
@balmain-boy said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453993) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453929) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453876) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453872) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453870) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453867) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453859) said:
Anyone know how many spots free next year with the re signings and Mbye gone?

by my count, 6, but I'm not sure what the go is with Kei and Hoffman and whether they're elevated into the Top 30 next year. I'd give Amone another deal and would let go of Cini, unless the rumours about Dillon are true and he's signed with another club, as we need a backup fullback.

Where are the rumours about Dillon?

that he's signed a Top 30 deal elsewhere.

Right. That would suck, need re-sign the best of the flegg team and we should have more spots free than other clubs.

I believe Hoffman is automatically upgraded to Top 30 next year.

Never seen Dillon play, however is he bigger or smaller than papenhguyzen?

I'd say he's a fair bit smaller. Hodgo would be the closest comparison. Very touch and go whether he can make it at a higher level. He'd be the smallest player in the NRL if he does make it. But he is aggressive and smart as well as talented, so that will give him the best chance for him to make it.

Definitely not much smaller than Ryan Pap. I walked past Dillon at Lidcombe after the boys escaped with a draw against the Thunderbolts. I'm 178cm and 100kg, Dillon was at least as tall as me and looked to be around the 80kg mark - pap is listed at 181cm and 80kg so I'd say they're incredibly similar in build and speed.
 
@willow said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1454056) said:
@balmain-boy said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453993) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453929) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453876) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453872) said:
@weststigerman said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453870) said:
@jrtiger said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453867) said:
@eyeofthetiger-0 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1453859) said:
Anyone know how many spots free next year with the re signings and Mbye gone?

by my count, 6, but I'm not sure what the go is with Kei and Hoffman and whether they're elevated into the Top 30 next year. I'd give Amone another deal and would let go of Cini, unless the rumours about Dillon are true and he's signed with another club, as we need a backup fullback.

Where are the rumours about Dillon?

that he's signed a Top 30 deal elsewhere.

Right. That would suck, need re-sign the best of the flegg team and we should have more spots free than other clubs.

I believe Hoffman is automatically upgraded to Top 30 next year.

Never seen Dillon play, however is he bigger or smaller than papenhguyzen?

I'd say he's a fair bit smaller. Hodgo would be the closest comparison. Very touch and go whether he can make it at a higher level. He'd be the smallest player in the NRL if he does make it. But he is aggressive and smart as well as talented, so that will give him the best chance for him to make it.

Definitely not much smaller than Ryan Pap. I walked past Dillon at Lidcombe after the boys escaped with a draw against the Thunderbolts. I'm 178cm and 100kg, Dillon was at least as tall as me and looked to be around the 80kg mark - pap is listed at 181cm and 80kg so I'd say they're incredibly similar in build and speed.


If he is 80kg and benches 160 and squats 200, he should be doing powerlifting meets lol
 
@needaname said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1454047) said:
@jc99 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1454042) said:
Don't see Luke Thompson leaving dogs if they boot Elliot

Don’t see them Booting Elliot unless he is found to be lying about his circumstances

I can see them trying there hardest to get rid of him This isn’t the time he has been in trouble
 
Just passing on what I was told, means nothing if you can’t play, like others on here hope we keep him and Ogden and a few other boys from flegg, hopefully they progress and have a positive influence on the nrl team ina year or two.
 
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