finnzo
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Would be absolutely huge if we can get cam this year dragons would have to be insane real-ease him and replace him with Andrew
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Daine Laurie more than likely to be released from panthers immediately to join Tigers for 2021 season and wear the 1 jersey.
We are going to be exciting if nothing else in 2021. I am FIRED UP.
https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/tiger-tamou-eager-to-re-unite-with-laurie-before-2021-kick-off-20210115-p56uh1.html
We are going to be exciting if nothing else in 2021. I am FIRED UP.
https://www.smh.com.au/sport/nrl/tiger-tamou-eager-to-re-unite-with-laurie-before-2021-kick-off-20210115-p56uh1.html
avocadoontoast
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This is good news if it happens
@tony-soprano said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293394) said:
I don’t understand why you don’t think that the best player for a position shouldn’t play there.
We are trying to finally make the top 8?
I’m not saying he would get the role over either of these blokes, but if he does, I’m sure Liddell and/or Simpkin will get there chances.
Speed2burn
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@Fingers83 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293396) said:
It sounds more like guess work than anything, hope it’s true though
Interesting the wraps Tamou gives to him. Basically says he stood out a lot at training, even over the regular starters last year
nrlsurvivor
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@Fingers83 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293396) said:
That would be awesome. I must admit I was assuming his early arrival would be no chance but now there is hope. Nicolussi is usually quite accurate when it comes to Tigers.
4jtigers
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If we get DL released early from Penriff then I'd say BEST off season ever... it's very good now but getting DL is the icing on the cake... I'm excited for 2021... looking forward to the young ones getting a go too.
cochise
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@4jtigers said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293405) said:
We signed a chunk of a premiership winning squad in 2004
Wounded_magpie
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Full article re DL possibly being released to the Tigers as early as next week
“James Tamou has welcomed the chance to captain the Wests Tigers and what now looks certain to be the arrival of former Panthers teammate Daine Laurie before the season kick-off.
On the same day the Tigers nailed down the signature of David Nofoaluma for a further four seasons, Laurie made it clear to Penrith he wants to join the Tigers immediately where he is expected to pull on the No. 1 jersey.
James Tamou at Tigers training.
James Tamou at Tigers training. SUPPLIED
Already signed at the Tigers for the 2022 season, Laurie has stepped up his quest to leave the foot of the mountains - and Tamou said fans should get excited if the fullback's wish was granted, which could be was early as next week.
Penrith initially had no interest in releasing Laurie given he is a valuable back-up fullback and costs the club nothing in their salary cap. After developing him the last few years, Penrith believed they were entitled to some sort of return. They also have several spots to fill in their roster.
But the Panthers and Tigers have been in regular dialogue and are committed to getting the best outcome for both clubs.
"Daine is more than ready, he showed last year he was ready when he debuted,'' Tamou told the Herald. "I hate bringing up last year because I'm, a Tiger now, but Daine used to throw himself into everything and was such a competitor.
Daine Laurie is keen to quit Penrith and link with the Wests Tigers early.
Daine Laurie is keen to quit Penrith and link with the Wests Tigers early. GETTY IMAGES
"If he was in the second team, their game day was always going up against the first team and getting them ready to play. He stood out because he wanted to compete, and that's something we want here - players to compete on every play and to make your own luck. He's always competing and deceptively fast and strong.''
Adam Doueihi was tried as fullback last year but has made the move to No. 6, while Laurie's arrival would also give coach Michael Maguire the chance to utilise Moses Mbye as a utility.
RELATED ARTICLE
David Nofoaluma will now stay put at the Wests Tigers until 2025.
UPDATED NRL 2021
'I got a bit emotional': Nofoaluma can't hide joy at new Tigers deal
The Tigers' captaincy is yet to be announced, but Tamou, last year's Penrith skipper, has plenty of support internally to take over from Mbye - and the prop spoke about the joy he gets from leading his teammates into battle. His speech after the Panthers' grand final loss has not been forgotten by key figures at the joint venture.
"Coming into a new side is always hard and you have to earn their trust first,'' Tamou said. "I've told 'Madge' [Maguire] there are some good leaders here, I'll go with the flow and see where he goes with it.
"I'd be more than happy to do it. Being a leader has made me accountable for my own game - it's something I enjoy and it's a challenge I enjoy.
"It's one of those things where you fall in love with the team, you fall in love with the boys, you want to take the first hit-up for the team, and you want to lead them.
"Once upon a time I was a player who only concentrated on how I played. Now I want the team to do well and win, and I don't care if I'm on the field or off it. That's just maturity.''
While Tamou rated Joe Ofahengaue as a standout in the gym, he found it impossible to not single out praise for fellow front-rower Zane Musgrove.
"He's a big man and he loves the physicality,'' Tamou said. "He loves the game and the boys, he wants to do his part for the team, and that rubs off on the team.''
Meanwhile, the New York Yankees hitting coach Rachel Balkovec, who is is town working with the Sydney Blue Sox, visited Tigers training where she was keen to meet Maguire after learning about his tough no-nonsense approach to coaching.”
“James Tamou has welcomed the chance to captain the Wests Tigers and what now looks certain to be the arrival of former Panthers teammate Daine Laurie before the season kick-off.
On the same day the Tigers nailed down the signature of David Nofoaluma for a further four seasons, Laurie made it clear to Penrith he wants to join the Tigers immediately where he is expected to pull on the No. 1 jersey.
James Tamou at Tigers training.
James Tamou at Tigers training. SUPPLIED
Already signed at the Tigers for the 2022 season, Laurie has stepped up his quest to leave the foot of the mountains - and Tamou said fans should get excited if the fullback's wish was granted, which could be was early as next week.
Penrith initially had no interest in releasing Laurie given he is a valuable back-up fullback and costs the club nothing in their salary cap. After developing him the last few years, Penrith believed they were entitled to some sort of return. They also have several spots to fill in their roster.
But the Panthers and Tigers have been in regular dialogue and are committed to getting the best outcome for both clubs.
"Daine is more than ready, he showed last year he was ready when he debuted,'' Tamou told the Herald. "I hate bringing up last year because I'm, a Tiger now, but Daine used to throw himself into everything and was such a competitor.
Daine Laurie is keen to quit Penrith and link with the Wests Tigers early.
Daine Laurie is keen to quit Penrith and link with the Wests Tigers early. GETTY IMAGES
"If he was in the second team, their game day was always going up against the first team and getting them ready to play. He stood out because he wanted to compete, and that's something we want here - players to compete on every play and to make your own luck. He's always competing and deceptively fast and strong.''
Adam Doueihi was tried as fullback last year but has made the move to No. 6, while Laurie's arrival would also give coach Michael Maguire the chance to utilise Moses Mbye as a utility.
RELATED ARTICLE
David Nofoaluma will now stay put at the Wests Tigers until 2025.
UPDATED NRL 2021
'I got a bit emotional': Nofoaluma can't hide joy at new Tigers deal
The Tigers' captaincy is yet to be announced, but Tamou, last year's Penrith skipper, has plenty of support internally to take over from Mbye - and the prop spoke about the joy he gets from leading his teammates into battle. His speech after the Panthers' grand final loss has not been forgotten by key figures at the joint venture.
"Coming into a new side is always hard and you have to earn their trust first,'' Tamou said. "I've told 'Madge' [Maguire] there are some good leaders here, I'll go with the flow and see where he goes with it.
"I'd be more than happy to do it. Being a leader has made me accountable for my own game - it's something I enjoy and it's a challenge I enjoy.
"It's one of those things where you fall in love with the team, you fall in love with the boys, you want to take the first hit-up for the team, and you want to lead them.
"Once upon a time I was a player who only concentrated on how I played. Now I want the team to do well and win, and I don't care if I'm on the field or off it. That's just maturity.''
While Tamou rated Joe Ofahengaue as a standout in the gym, he found it impossible to not single out praise for fellow front-rower Zane Musgrove.
"He's a big man and he loves the physicality,'' Tamou said. "He loves the game and the boys, he wants to do his part for the team, and that rubs off on the team.''
Meanwhile, the New York Yankees hitting coach Rachel Balkovec, who is is town working with the Sydney Blue Sox, visited Tigers training where she was keen to meet Maguire after learning about his tough no-nonsense approach to coaching.”
@Fingers83 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293396) said:
Hmmm, maybe it WAS a power play by Tigz Admin to apply pressure on Riff by chasing Creighton hard and increasing his expectations.
We all felt it was a long shot to get him, but if he actually did agree to terms, a win/win for Mighty Us!
Thats some seriously awesome board-room manouevering.
Hope its all true.
Best off-season ever! 👏👏👏
4jtigers
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@cochise said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293409) said:
They are planning towards having a good go at the premiership now and this squad looks good... I am excited!
avocadoontoast
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@Rowdy12 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293414) said:
Nicolussi pretty on the money usually with Tigers stuff.
Speed2burn
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@Rowdy12 said in [Signing Suggestions & Rumours](/post/1293414) said:
Exactly
