Who should our No. 9 be for 2021

[Sabre]

Liddle gets first crack simply on experience, but I don't think he's good enough to be a starting hooker each week. Hopefully Simpkin shines in reserve grade and takes over the position by the end of the year.

You're assuming there will be a "reserve grade". But, it's a no-brainer, Jacob Liddle is among the top 5 hookers in the NRL. I hope Maguire and others pick him and stick with him. He's a winner for us.

Top 5? Mate, he's not even top 10.

 

[JC99]

Liddle gets first crack simply on experience, but I don't think he's good enough to be a starting hooker each week. Hopefully Simpkin shines in reserve grade and takes over the position by the end of the year.

You're assuming there will be a "reserve grade". But, it's a no-brainer, Jacob Liddle is among the top 5 hookers in the NRL. I hope Maguire and others pick him and stick with him. He's a winner for us.

Top 5? Mate, he's not even top 10.

People make some crazy assumptions about Liddle. Sure there’s the chance he develop well with consistent game time and becomes a good hooker but right now he’s unproven and has never had a game where he was a standout. I like him so I hope he goes good

 

[Chainlink]

Liddle first shot. Maybe we get McInnes across to give us more coverage.

 

[Russell]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

 

[mike]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

That belongs in the Conspiracy Theory thread. :laughing:

 

[JC99]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

 

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

He was competing with him for a position . Pro athletes are narcissistic knobs , especially the best ones. It’s what makes them so good , but also for a lot of them impossible teammates when , the body can’t do what the mind tells it to anymore . Doesn’t make it right , but it’s hardly selfish , when you’re talking about putting food on the table .

 

[gallagher]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

He was competing with him for a position . Pro athletes are narcissistic knobs , especially the best ones. It’s what makes them so good , but also for a lot of them impossible teammates when , the body can’t do what the mind tells it to anymore . Doesn’t make it right , but it’s hardly selfish , when you’re talking about putting food on the table .

He had a $600k ambassador role on the table, I dont think he was worried about starving:blush:

 

[hank37w]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

He was competing with him for a position . Pro athletes are narcissistic knobs , especially the best ones. It’s what makes them so good , but also for a lot of them impossible teammates when , the body can’t do what the mind tells it to anymore . Doesn’t make it right , but it’s hardly selfish , when you’re talking about putting food on the table .

He had a $600k ambassador role on the table, I dont think he was worried about starving:blush:

With the number of people on here that wouldn't feed him, starving may very well have been a concern.

 

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

He was competing with him for a position . Pro athletes are narcissistic knobs , especially the best ones. It’s what makes them so good , but also for a lot of them impossible teammates when , the body can’t do what the mind tells it to anymore . Doesn’t make it right , but it’s hardly selfish , when you’re talking about putting food on the table .

He had a $600k ambassador role on the table, I dont think he was worried about starving:blush:

Yea , I just meant the way these guys look at it . It’s supposed to be a team , but they’re definitely golf clapping when someone takes thier place and does well . Such a weird dynamic . A lot of guys do not age well .

 

[gallagher]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

He was competing with him for a position . Pro athletes are narcissistic knobs , especially the best ones. It’s what makes them so good , but also for a lot of them impossible teammates when , the body can’t do what the mind tells it to anymore . Doesn’t make it right , but it’s hardly selfish , when you’re talking about putting food on the table .

He had a $600k ambassador role on the table, I dont think he was worried about starving:blush:

Yea , I just meant the way these guys look at it . It’s supposed to be a team , but they’re definitely golf clapping when someone takes thier place and does well . Such a weird dynamic . A lot of guys do not age well .

Yeah, I know. Just having a laugh, seems a cranky place this week on here.

 

[happy_tiger]

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Jacob Liddle ready to excel at hooker for the Wests Tigers in 2021

JANUARY 20, 2021 2:14pm

Jacob Liddle is helped from the field after sustaining a knee injury in 2019. Picture: AAP Image/Brendon ThorneSource:AAP
Matt LogueNCA NewsWire
A fresh and fit Jacob Liddle has declared he is ready to make the Wests Tigers No.9 jumper his own after a series of injuries, announcing he must step up because he is no longer a “rookie”.

A knee injury and consecutive shoulder reconstructions have restricted Liddle to just 43 games since making his NRL debut with the Tigers back in 2016.

But after completing his first full pre-season since 2017, the Gosford-born hooker is primed to start in the Tigers’ No.9 jersey following Harry Grant’s return to Melbourne.

“I’m excited to take that starting nine jumper this year – that is my goal and what I’m working towards,” Liddle said.

“I think this is my year. If it is not now, then when?

“I’m 24, I’ve got a big pre-season under my belt, and I’m not just a rookie coming through anymore.

“I’m the strongest and fittest that I’ve ever been, so I’m really keen to rip in and give it my all.”

Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil Hillyard
Jacob Liddle goes down with a knee injury. Picture. Phil HillyardSource:News Corp Australia
Liddle is leaning on his childhood hero, Tigers legend Robbie Farah, to help him reach his potential in 2021.

Farah is on the Tigers’ coaching staff this season, taking the time to pass on his knowledge to the club’s rising players.

Liddle has certainly benefited greatly from working side-by-side with the man he used to sit behind in the Tigers’ hooker pecking order.

“I’m learning heaps off Robbie,” he said.

“He has a world of knowledge as a hooker – he is one of the best in the game, so I take as much as I can from him.

“He gives me a lot of tips on everything from game management to kicking and passing.

“The hooker is one of the most important people on the field, so we have to be switched on.

“Robbie passes on all those little things that he has learnt from over the years.”

Liddle is also excelling under the guidance of coach Michael Maguire, who showed huge faith to re-sign him in 2019 on the back of limited NRL appearances and just before he suffered an ACL injury that ended his ’19 campaign.

It is why he is desperate to repay Maguire with consistent form this season.

“Madge’s support has been good – he re-signed me just before I did my knee injury,” he said.

“It has been great to have him as a coach. He has been really supportive of me.

“I was happy to stay at the Tigers. I’ve been at this club since I was 18 and I was excited to re-sign and prove myself to give back to the club for showing me all this support.

Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett Costello
Jacob Liddle can’t wait to play with former Panther James Tamou. Picture: Brett CostelloSource:News Corp Australia
“I think Madge and I work well together, so hopefully we can have a good season.”

Liddle is also enthusiastic about how the Tigers are tracking under Maguire despite the club’s failure to make the finals since 2011.

“It has been really good that the club has supported Madge in what he is doing and the direction he is going in,” he said.

“I think we are just building a strong culture and he has signed a lot of boys who have really bought into what he is trying to do.”

Liddle nominated former Penrith skipper and premiership-winning Cowboy James Tamou as a standout in the pre-season.

“We needed a bit of a leader, so I think Jimmy has slotted into that role really well,” he said.

“He is a great bloke, and he is a person that you would want to follow, so I’m excited to have him as one of my front-rowers.”

Ok .....not trying to be negative ...but he says he is learning heaps from Farah

He has been with Farah for how many seasons now ...if he hasn't drained Robbie's brain already as well as Harry Grant's .....

Maybe Farah didn't want to pass on any info until after he finished playing.

Liddle was a threat until he stopped playing.

Wouldn’t put that past Farah. As much as he loves the club he’s always loved himself more

He’s also just in a coaching role now so it’s much easier to teach Liddle compared to when he was also training and playing.

Can you imagine the reaction of the rest of the playing staff and coaching staff if Farah told Liddle to get knotted and it got out

I've never seen it or heard of it anywhere if that helps ..you want the club to remain as strong as possible ....if Robbie had a injury that would get him back one week before semis he want his replacement to be entirely capable

And a lot of learning from the leaders or best players is visual ..you watch what they do in certain situations and then match it to your strength and then try and replicate

 

[Norsington]

Depends on a number of factors:

Current Squad - Liddle 9 - Simpkins Bench

Laurie arrives 2021 - Liddle 9 - Mbye Bench

McInnes arrives 2021 - McInnes 9 - Liddle Bench

Whatever the scenario, I feel that Liddle will eventually be usurped and pushed to 2nd string. Not his fault, great player...too many injuries

 

[pawsandclaws1]

Maguire won't select Simpkin unless he believes he is ready for the NRL. Farah is a tough competitor. I expect he will be doing everything he can to have Liddle and Simpkin prepared for the season. Personally, I'd like to see bith with a Robbie Farah kicking and tackling game as well as the wily runs out of dummy half. It's a great strategic move to have Farah involved in Simpkin's development. Can you imagine anything more painful for Qlders to come to terms thar potentially one of their best hookers was mentored by a NSW Origin star?

 

[TheDaBoss]

Luke Brooks

Who?
I was thinking packer

 

[Snake]

back in the Halatau/Farah days in 05.
Sorry Speedie - Halatau did not share the Hooking job with Farah in 2005.
It was Galea first 6 rounds then Farah for 7, then Farah benched for 2 for Galea again then Farah Hooked for the rest of the Season.
Halatau started on the bench Rd 1 (Farah DNP) then he was Centre in our 2nd match vs Dogs (rd3 after the Bye) Then Bench for 3 games alongside Farah then DNP Rd 8, Bench for next 4, then DNP for next 5 Rds 12-16. He was Bench for Rds 17-22 Then 1 game as Centre then picked as Centre but benched for Collis return. Then Benched last 4 games of the For Against Season. Farah was on the Bench himself when Halatau DNP in Rd 14 & 15.
Quite simply, Dene did not share the hooking duties with Farah.
BTW Galea played Hooker 7 times 2R 5 times Bench 1 and seemed to have found his home at Lock for the last 10 games only to shift back to the 2R so Dene Halatau could lock the scrum for the final 4 games of the Finals period! What a massive pack we had back then! :grin:

My memory fades me then haha....I could have sworn they did, but I guess I may need to watch a few re runs

Dene was huge in that finals run.

No mate, what you saying is right. When Dene was playing lock they shared the dummy half role. Quite often Farah would take a run out of dummy half and then Dene would take the following one.

Dene was amazing in this role and I expected a team to copy that last season but it didn't happen.

The wrestle came in just after that . And I feel like there was some kind of rule change which brought us back to the pack . I could be misremembering though .

Exactly mate, after we won in 2005 there was an effort to slow the game down, this led to the introduction of the wrestle. Funnily enough the slowing of the PTB was an effort to reduce dummy half running in the game.

I really though with the 6 again rule that was introduced last year that a team would definitely try the dual dummy halves that we implemented in the 2005 final series.

With the widening of the 6 again rule I wouldn't be surprised to see a team try it in 2021.

I can't say this enough ....I was learning judo moves at training in the mid 80's .....ie Alfie's Cumberland throw / hip toss ...using what weight you did have along with the momentum of the bigger player to bring them down

I would not mess with you in a dark alley .. Judo dude !

 

[Harvey]

For some reason I thought Liddle was younger than 24.

 

[JC99]

Maguire won't select Simpkin unless he believes he is ready for the NRL. Farah is a tough competitor. I expect he will be doing everything he can to have Liddle and Simpkin prepared for the season. Personally, I'd like to see bith with a Robbie Farah kicking and tackling game as well as the wily runs out of dummy half. It's a great strategic move to have Farah involved in Simpkin's development. Can you imagine anything more painful for Qlders to come to terms thar potentially one of their best hookers was mentored by a NSW Origin star?

Farahs style is very suited to the new rules so it’ll be good having him there doing some coaching, very attacking minded dummy half.

 

[Russell]

For some reason I thought Liddle was younger than 24.

He was at one time - so you were right Harv.