Signings, Suggestions & Rumours Discussion

[tigermate]

Coaching Insider , Benji
thought he spoke well and controlled his interview well , I like him shut down the reporters when they ask about Sullivan , said he will not discuss recruitment until a deal is done , very direct , very well done , he is ready to stand up to these knobs who report shit everyday about our club , I say let Benji loose

Lol

Benji looked nervous as hell in my opinion

Didn’t speak any where near as confident as I thought he would

Asked the media to go east on him, mouth twitched, had a nervous smile etc

If that’s what players are getting in the sheds they I can see why we suck

He wasn’t the calm, strong, voice he was on NRL360.

Maybe first interview nerves but still very nervous

 

[Odessa]

Coaching Insider , Benji
thought he spoke well and controlled his interview well , I like him shut down the reporters when they ask about Sullivan , said he will not discuss recruitment until a deal is done , very direct , very well done , he is ready to stand up to these knobs who report shit everyday about our club , I say let Benji loose

And why is it that Benji can be an adult and say we don't talk about player contract's and player's we are going after in the media YET the lawyer who's career is about contracts and confidential information opens his mouth constantly embarassing the club and him self

Why would anyone ever go to his law firm knowing him and people like him are there

 

[jadtiger]

And why is it that Benji can be an adult and say we don't talk about player contract's and player's we are going after in the media YET the lawyer who's career is about contracts and confidential information opens his mouth constantly embarassing the club and him self

Why would anyone ever go to his law firm knowing him and people like him are there

It is quite possible and even more probable that the people he hires are far more professional in their work than he is,the company is still doing business so it is highly likely to be the case

 

[teddy23]

Sorry, but that's a load of crap. He's one of the most injury prone players of all time. He's proven absolutely nothing other than he was a kid with potential who can't stay fit. Even Kepaoa is more proven than he is ..

A train and trial is fine. Prove his fitness and form in Cup then we can promote if he earns it

I understand the injury-prone point and I wouldn't offer him a long-term deal due to this.

However, watching him play he has proven to me the kid can play NRL and has the talent to be a really really solid centre. I don't agree with your point that he has to prove he can play in the NRL as he has shown he can play at that level. He runs hard and he hits even harder, he'd walk into our starting squad.

 

[Spartan117]

Austin was a bit blase about coming to the Tigers and said he "wanted to go to a good club". Not the personality we need.

We burnt him a few years back,

Was interested in staying.

 

[Spartan117]

If Roosters want Bradman Best to take Billy Smith’s spot.

I’d happily take Smith off them without hesitation. He’s the real deal.

Just dont let him Kick!

Check out the the Ezra Mam full field try

 

[Spartan117]

I know Alamoti and his family pretty well - very very humble kid who works hard and doesn’t drink or do anything. All he does is train and wants to improve himself, he definitely has a winning mentality that you would want in your squad for someone his age.

Killed it in the juniors not just cause of his size but he’s actually quite quick on his feet and is hard to contain was a tackling busting machine from memory. He’s still only 19 so he’s only going to get bigger and more agile imo.

Only issue is defensively but I believe he can definitely clean up that area. He’s just still adapting to defending in the NRL and can get there overtime, I personally feel like he was rushed into the league and maybe needs more time in reserve grade or another pre-season. He has the talent for sure to be an elite NRL centre people forget about his age and just think juniors should adapt instantly when in reality it is quite challenging to make that switch so smoothly so quickly.

He’ll be cheap (which is surprising given his high wraps) and he’s in a position we need depth in quite significantly imo - I would definitely consider bringing him in on a cheap 2 year deal to see what he can do. Worth a crack… the perfect low risk high reward kinda signing imo.

Milperra Colts Junior

Go Colties!!!

 

[Nounny]

Has anyone heard anything about Dean Hawkins coming over ?

 

[Demps]

Nu Brown to knights, effective immediately.

Tyson Frizzell about to extend 3 years also.

According to Barry Toohey.

 

[KingRobbie]

Nu Brown to knights, effective immediately.

Tyson Frizzell about to extend 3 years also.

According to Barry Toohey.

Frizell is Player Option for second year, Mutual Option for third year.

 

[LeichhardtTiger]

I’d be starting Sezer and Sullivan with Latu at 14.

So no TDS on the bench? Just Twal and Seyfarth? Spoon !!!?

 

[supercoach]

I understand the injury-prone point and I wouldn't offer him a long-term deal due to this.

However, watching him play he has proven to me the kid can play NRL and has the talent to be a really really solid centre. I don't agree with your point that he has to prove he can play in the NRL as he has shown he can play at that level. He runs hard and he hits even harder, he'd walk into our starting squad.

When you’re on the bottom you have to take risks with recruitment and he would probably be a risk worth taking. I would take him before Momo. As far as injuries, plenty of players have a horrible run with injuries, than have a clear run.

 

[Jedi_Tiger]

Has anyone heard anything about Dean Hawkins coming over ?

I heard on Monday club was talking to Hawkins but was not sure if it was for top 30 or state cup

 

[kade7]

dean hawkins is a train and trial deal for next year, early talks, wakeham replacement

 

[Nounny]

Is Hawkins faster than lead foot wakeham ?

 

[Sunnycoast_tiger]

dean hawkins is a train and trial deal for next year, early talks, wakeham replacement

Thanks mate, any information on assistant coaches for next year.

 

[Bob]

So no TDS on the bench? Just Twal and Seyfarth? Spoon !!!?

So no TDS on the bench? Just Twal and Seyfarth?

Latu is ahead of TDS. Also think TDS would be if it from more minutes in state cup rather than 15 min cameos

 

[magpies forever]

Got to say i know we are saddled with Nofo contract for apparently another 2 seasons but if he continues to provide less than stellar performance this season to shop him around and take the $$$ hit. I'd rather gave a fully effective winger on the roster than someone who just hasn't been able to get the errors out his game. Give up on him and give a newbie a chance. Whilst we are in a financially healthy position, that surely is the time to get rid of under performers.

 

[Halbrowne61]

Lol

Benji looked nervous as hell in my opinion

Didn’t speak any where near as confident as I thought he would

Asked the media to go east on him, mouth twitched, had a nervous smile etc

If that’s what players are getting in the sheds they I can see why we suck

He wasn’t the calm, strong, voice he was on NRL360.

Maybe first interview nerves but still very nervous

Whilst you’re correct on all points I’ll put it down to first time nerves. As I previously said it will be interesting to see how many of these interviews he does from now on.

 

[tony soprano]

Whilst you’re correct on all points I’ll put it down to first time nerves. As I previously said it will be interesting to see how many of these interviews he does from now on.

Thought he was incredibly positive.