Wests Tigers sign James Roberts till 2022

[the_third]

who the hell started this JTJ thing? It's the most stupid thing ever.

Jack Gibson, when he said he was that quick, he could turn the bedroom light off and be in bed before it got dark???

That was ET -- ANDREW Ettinghousen at Cronulla

I know, but it’s to good a quote to let it die out.
JTJ probably wasn’t born when he said it??

Considering Gibson stole that one from Ali, I don't think you can be accused of stealing it from Gibson lol

Yes, I do recall him saying it now you mention it, but wouldn’t have if you hadn’t, still a great line to describe someone who is quick.

https://youtu.be/1LSewbS5eQI?t=57

When we were kings is a great doco.

 

[nrlsurvivor]

Story and interview with James Roberts coming up of Ch9 news

I missed it, anything interesting?

Wasn’t anything we haven’t heard before, happiest he’s been in years, new lease of life, loving the environment and keen to make amends

Yes but if you watch the video carefully at the 1:45 minute mark you can see him practicing catching bombs. Perhaps another small clue to add to the mystery of who will be Mbye’s back-up at fullback?

 

[TonyTiger]

Story and interview with James Roberts coming up of Ch9 news

I missed it, anything interesting?

Wasn’t anything we haven’t heard before, happiest he’s been in years, new lease of life, loving the environment and keen to make amends

Yes but if you watch the video carefully at the 1:45 minute mark you can see him practicing catching bombs. Perhaps another small clue to add to the mystery of who will be Mbye’s back-up at fullback?

Mbye’s back-up? What an insult ! - Back-up orange peeler, waiting to be called into action should Mbye cut himself

 

[Magpieger]

who the hell started this JTJ thing? It's the most stupid thing ever.

Jack Gibson, when he said he was that quick, he could turn the bedroom light off and be in bed before it got dark???

I remember when James Roberts was interviewed after a Channel 9 game and he said " I got more speed than Oxford Street baby" and the interviewer was stunned.

Hope he gets over the Achilles injury he had along with the most resent Pec issue and he will be sensational for us in 21 .

Counting down the days to kick off only 60 to go

Noticed in the club training photos he had the shoulder strapped but nothing on the legs, thats a reassuring sign that the achilles isnt hampering him at all.

 

[Geo]

who the hell started this JTJ thing? It's the most stupid thing ever.

Jack Gibson, when he said he was that quick, he could turn the bedroom light off and be in bed before it got dark???

I remember when James Roberts was interviewed after a Channel 9 game and he said " I got more speed than Oxford Street baby" and the interviewer was stunned.

Hope he gets over the Achilles injury he had along with the most resent Pec issue and he will be sensational for us in 21 .

Counting down the days to kick off only 60 to go



Noticed in the club training photos he had the shoulder strapped but nothing on the legs, thats a reassuring sign that the achilles isnt hampering him at all.

Well you would hope as the inflamed achilles injury was 2018 and never a full rupture and he played on with it that season.....3 years would be enough to heal you'd hope..

 

[Cultured_Bogan]

If Jimmy really is feeling at his best mentally, he can be a season changer for us.

I will always support someone who is so open about their Mental Health issues, I hope he is able to beat his demons.

I think he's got a lot better chance of beating his demons here in a supportive (and challenging in a positive way) environment, than if he'd given the game away and wandered off.

I agree, staying fit will be the key for him. He has had a poor run of injuries the last couple of years. Getting out on the field and getting back to his best will do the world for him.

 

[Newtown]

James Roberts reveals he considered walking away from footy amid an emotional 2020 season
By George Vlotis
13 hours ago

Star Tigers recruit James Roberts has revealed he considered walking away from rugby league amid an emotional 2020 season that saw the former Souths speedster grapple with demons from his past.

Roberts had a trying season - marred by injury amid the already taxing conditions of a global pandemic, the 28-year-old spent time in rehab to get on top of his mental health. Sidelined for South Sydney and with a bleak outlook, Roberts revealed he was a whisker away from walking away from the game for good.

"I was just thinking about throwing it all in and giving up and getting a normal job, just get away from everything," Roberts told Nine News. "I was just going through the motions. I didn't love myself. I just had no self-belief by the end of it and just didn't know what I was doing really. I was just lost. "I'm always going to have those demons and my childhood traumas are going to pop up now and then, I've just got to stay on top of them. "That's something I'm working on now, just my mental illness stuff and just talking about whatever is bothering me and trying to be as happy as I can be."

With a new lease on footy and great opportunity under former coach Michael Maguire at Wests Tigers, Roberts said he was excited to re-ignite his career and get back to basics.

"I wanted to start over again I guess and I wanted to be challenged. Be around a younger group and work my way back into the team again and get out of my comfort zone. "I know he's [Maguire] going to challenge me and push me to where I want to go, I just need to buy into it as well."

 

[jadtiger]

James Roberts reveals he considered walking away from footy amid an emotional 2020 season
By George Vlotis
13 hours ago

Star Tigers recruit James Roberts has revealed he considered walking away from rugby league amid an emotional 2020 season that saw the former Souths speedster grapple with demons from his past.

Roberts had a trying season - marred by injury amid the already taxing conditions of a global pandemic, the 28-year-old spent time in rehab to get on top of his mental health. Sidelined for South Sydney and with a bleak outlook, Roberts revealed he was a whisker away from walking away from the game for good.

"I was just thinking about throwing it all in and giving up and getting a normal job, just get away from everything," Roberts told Nine News. "I was just going through the motions. I didn't love myself. I just had no self-belief by the end of it and just didn't know what I was doing really. I was just lost. "I'm always going to have those demons and my childhood traumas are going to pop up now and then, I've just got to stay on top of them. "That's something I'm working on now, just my mental illness stuff and just talking about whatever is bothering me and trying to be as happy as I can be."

With a new lease on footy and great opportunity under former coach Michael Maguire at Wests Tigers, Roberts said he was excited to re-ignite his career and get back to basics.

"I wanted to start over again I guess and I wanted to be challenged. Be around a younger group and work my way back into the team again and get out of my comfort zone. "I know he's [Maguire] going to challenge me and push me to where I want to go, I just need to buy into it as well."

I love his self criticism and honesty which is a rare commodity in a footballer.I have never been a fan of him but i sincerely hope he beats his internal issues and becomes a success as a man even if it is not on the field with us.He deserves it

 

[cqtiger]

Story and interview with James Roberts coming up of Ch9 news

I missed it, anything interesting?

Wasn’t anything we haven’t heard before, happiest he’s been in years, new lease of life, loving the environment and keen to make amends

Yes but if you watch the video carefully at the 1:45 minute mark you can see him practicing catching bombs. Perhaps another small clue to add to the mystery of who will be Mbye’s back-up at fullback?

The POM mentioned today that Kepoa is currently training with Mbye at fullback

 

[Newtown]

Kepoa would be a good fullback. I am sure with the right dedicated practice that he can improve his handling in the kick return department to a very acceptable level..

 

[bathursttiger1]

I just hope that Jimmy gets his act together not just for the team, but mainly for his future after football.
Maybe with Timana Tahu working with the indigenous guys at the club will help him.

 

[JC99]


Looking super fit. He seems very happy at the club

 

[dazza65]

This might sound ridiculous, but the photos posted, he LOOKS fast, something about the way he runs.

Absolutely I was going to post exactly the same thing.... just looks fast like a thoroughbred

 

[rustycage]

I absolutely believe JTJs best days are ahead of him. Buckle up boys and girls.

 

[Tim Sheens]


Looking super fit. He seems very happy at the club

Another angle.

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[hobbo1]


Looking super fit. He seems very happy at the club

Did you offer him your blanket when he came out of the water ?
🤣

 

[JC99]


Looking super fit. He seems very happy at the club

Did you offer him your blanket when he came out of the water ?
?

Nah, that was reserved for Twal ?

 

[Magpieger]

who the hell started this JTJ thing? It's the most stupid thing ever.

Jack Gibson, when he said he was that quick, he could turn the bedroom light off and be in bed before it got dark???

I remember when James Roberts was interviewed after a Channel 9 game and he said " I got more speed than Oxford Street baby" and the interviewer was stunned.

Hope he gets over the Achilles injury he had along with the most resent Pec issue and he will be sensational for us in 21 .

Counting down the days to kick off only 60 to go



Noticed in the club training photos he had the shoulder strapped but nothing on the legs, thats a reassuring sign that the achilles isnt hampering him at all.

Well you would hope as the inflamed achilles injury was 2018 and never a full rupture and he played on with it that season.....3 years would be enough to heal you'd hope..

Thats encouraging to hear. Im no doctor but I was alluding to fact that it was similar to a hammy where it can be a recurring issue, hopefully our newest thoroughbred can fully unleash without any issues.

 

[Mighty_Tiger]

James Roberts reveals he considered walking away from footy amid an emotional 2020 season
By George Vlotis
13 hours ago

Star Tigers recruit James Roberts has revealed he considered walking away from rugby league amid an emotional 2020 season that saw the former Souths speedster grapple with demons from his past.

Roberts had a trying season - marred by injury amid the already taxing conditions of a global pandemic, the 28-year-old spent time in rehab to get on top of his mental health. Sidelined for South Sydney and with a bleak outlook, Roberts revealed he was a whisker away from walking away from the game for good.

"I was just thinking about throwing it all in and giving up and getting a normal job, just get away from everything," Roberts told Nine News. "I was just going through the motions. I didn't love myself. I just had no self-belief by the end of it and just didn't know what I was doing really. I was just lost. "I'm always going to have those demons and my childhood traumas are going to pop up now and then, I've just got to stay on top of them. "That's something I'm working on now, just my mental illness stuff and just talking about whatever is bothering me and trying to be as happy as I can be."

With a new lease on footy and great opportunity under former coach Michael Maguire at Wests Tigers, Roberts said he was excited to re-ignite his career and get back to basics.

"I wanted to start over again I guess and I wanted to be challenged. Be around a younger group and work my way back into the team again and get out of my comfort zone. "I know he's [Maguire] going to challenge me and push me to where I want to go, I just need to buy into it as well."



I love his self criticism and honesty which is a rare commodity in a footballer.I have never been a fan of him but i sincerely hope he beats his internal issues and becomes a success as a man even if it is not on the field with us.He deserves it

One doesn’t beat then, he needs support and understanding to be able to speak openly when those demons hit him hard - which will happen.

It sounds like he however has the ability to talk and speak with confidence when something isn’t right. That’s a very positive step for him.

 

[palms]

who the hell started this JTJ thing? It's the most stupid thing ever.

Jack Gibson, when he said he was that quick, he could turn the bedroom light off and be in bed before it got dark???

I remember when James Roberts was interviewed after a Channel 9 game and he said " I got more speed than Oxford Street baby" and the interviewer was stunned.

Hope he gets over the Achilles injury he had along with the most resent Pec issue and he will be sensational for us in 21 .

Counting down the days to kick off only 60 to go



Noticed in the club training photos he had the shoulder strapped but nothing on the legs, thats a reassuring sign that the achilles isnt hampering him at all.

Well you would hope as the inflamed achilles injury was 2018 and never a full rupture and he played on with it that season.....3 years would be enough to heal you'd hope..



Thats encouraging to hear. Im no doctor but I was alluding to fact that it was similar to a hammy where it can be a recurring issue, hopefully our newest thoroughbred can fully unleash without any issues.

I had the same issue as JTJ and getting out of bed felt like I was about 85yrs old. It's a seriously painful and debilitating injury which took about a year to finally disappear. Hasn't come back since.