Wests Tigers 2023

Post by **greeneyed** » January 1, 2023, 6:15 pm

Why Bateman signing is a gamechanger for Wests Tigers

There is a new air of optimism at Wests Tigers for 2023 with the Tim Sheens and Benji Marshall combination working to bring in some exciting signings for last year’s wooden spooners. So what can we expect from the team from the West in 2023?

BEST 17

1. Charlie Staines
2. Ken Maumalo
3. Asu Kepaoa
4. Brent Naden
5. David Nofoaluma
6. Adam Doueihi
7. Luke Brooks
8. Alex Twal
9. Api Koroisau
10. David Klemmer
11. John Bateman
12. Isaiah Papali’i
13. Joe Ofahengaue

14. Daine Laurie
15. Shawn Blore
16. Stefano Utoikamanu
17. Alex Seyfarth

Ins: David Klemmer (Knights), Apisai Koroisau (Panthers), Isaiah Papali’i (Eels), David Nofoaluma (Storm – return from loan), Charlie Staines (Panthers), Will Smith (Hull FC), John Bateman (Wigan)
Outs: Jackson Hastings (Knights), Luke Garner (Panthers), James Tamou (Cowboys), Kelma Tuilagi (Sea Eagles), Zane Musgrove (Dragons), Tyrone Peachey (Panthers), Oliver Gildart (Dolphins)

Read more: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport ... b3ae93b7a7

Post by **greeneyed** » January 1, 2023, 6:23 pm

Can’t see Bateman being a game changer. Perhaps a negative. Koroisau and Papali’i more likely game changers.

Finchy · Post by **Finchy** » January 1, 2023, 9:47 pm

Decent forward pack. Ordinary in the backs. I doubt they’ll get the spoon again but they won’t make the eight

-PJ- · Post by **-PJ-** » January 2, 2023, 5:07 am

Luke Brooks isnt working and hasn’t worked for yonks.

And here we are, new season..Luke Brooks.

Post by **greeneyed** » January 8, 2023, 4:33 pm

Team Talk: Wests Tigers 2023 overview, best 17, squad update

A new coach and a host of big-name recruits signal the start of a new era for the Wests Tigers in 2023, coming after a horror past season which ended in them collecting the wooden spoon.

Predicted Round 1 team

1. Daine Laurie
2. David Nofoaluma
3. Tommy Talau
4. Brent Naden
5. Ken Maumalo
6. Adam Doueihi
7. Luke Brooks
8. Stefano Utoikamanu
9. Api Koroisau
10. David Klemmer
11. Isaiah Papali’i
12. John Bateman
13. Joe Ofahengaue

14. Jake Simpkin
15. Alex Twal
16. Fonua Pole
17. Shawn Blore

Other: Alex Seyfarth, Apisalome Saukuru, Asu Kepaoa, Brandon Tumeth, Charlie Staines, Christian Ma’anaima (development), Justin Matamua, Josh Feledy (development), Junior Tupou, Kitione Kautoga (development), Rua Ngatikaura, Sione Fainu, Star To'a, Triston Reilly, Tukimihia Simpkins, Will Smith

Read more: https://www.nrl.com/news/2023/01/08/tea ... ad-update/

yeh raiders · Post by **yeh raiders** » January 9, 2023, 10:00 am

That's as good a Tigers forward pack as I've seen in a long time.

Luke Brooks remains the big problem. I can't believe they didn't shift him to the Knights when they had the chance. At the VERY least to give themselves the opportunity to verse him and score an easy win!

Northern Raider · Post by **Northern Raider** » January 9, 2023, 10:47 am

yeh raiders wrote: ↑January 9, 2023, 10:00 am That's as good a Tigers forward pack as I've seen in a long time.

Luke Brooks remains the big problem. I can't believe they didn't shift him to the Knights when they had the chance. At the VERY least to give themselves the opportunity to verse him and score an easy win!

Koroisau is a big in too. His service will allow those forwards to take advantage. If Brooks can't shine with this set up then they have to finally admit defeat with him and move on.

Post by **greeneyed** » January 11, 2023, 8:46 pm

Post by **dubby** » January 12, 2023, 6:24 am

Biggest weakness is the coach

Post by **greeneyed** » February 14, 2023, 5:47 pm

Api Koroisau to captain Wests Tigers

A year after the disastrous appointment of five captains, the Wests Tigers have once again determined that the job is best served by one man. That man in 2023 will be new recruit Api Koroisau, who was named team captain at the club’s season launch on Monday night.

Remarkably, his appointment comes only a matter of months ago Tigers fans were left fuming when he poked fun at the club and his imminent move while celebrating Penrith’s grand final win.

Read more: https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport ... 899e969a55

https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-pr ... bff7102ed4

Wests Tigers statement

The Wests Tigers club is delighted to announce Apisai Koroisau has been appointed team captain for 2023. The announcement was made at Wests Tigers official season launch on the waterfront at Iron Cove, where more than 300 VIP guests had the chance to mingle with their team.

The three-time NRL premiership-winner has enjoyed his first few months at his new club and is thrilled to become the team’s leader.

“To be asked to lead this team in my first year at the club, means a lot,” said Koroisau.

"From the moment I joined this club, my family and I have been made to feel so welcome.

“It’s been a great start to my time as a Wests Tigers player and I look forward to helping this team and this club be the best it can be."

Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens says Koroisau is a natural leader.

“We have several very capable leaders in this team, and Api is one of them,” said Sheens.

“I congratulate him on earning the role.”

Read more: https://www.weststigers.com.au/news/202 ... ts-tigers/

Post by **greeneyed** » February 17, 2023, 4:47 pm

Adam Doueihi extends his stay at Wests Tigers to end 2024

Adam Doueihi has extended his contract with the Wests Tigers through until the end of the 2024 season. The new deal will see the highly talented five-eighth enter a fifth season at the club in 2024, after joining Wests Tigers at the start of 2020.

Doueihi was limited to just 11 NRL appearances in 2022 after returning mid-season from an ACL injury but is now injury free and excited about the season ahead.

Read more: https://www.weststigers.com.au/news/202 ... ts-tigers/

Seiffert82 · Post by **Seiffert82** » March 1, 2023, 8:56 pm

How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk

Elcaptcroker · Post by **Elcaptcroker** » March 3, 2023, 10:11 am

I cant wait to watch the tigers v bulldogs match, watching bateman try and aim up on kikau and getting completely dominated again, then lose his cool, and go after him every chance he gets.

Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Post by **greeneyed** » April 5, 2023, 1:36 pm

‘Regretful’ Tigers announce ANZAC jersey backflip after blunder, backlash

The Tigers have announced they will be redesigning their 2023 commemorative jersey “immediately” after using a stock image of American soldiers instead of Australian or Kiwi troops.The jersey was designed to be worn during the Tigers’ Round 8 ANZAC Round clash against the Sea Eagles — but was met with heavy criticism.

Eagle-eyed fans on social media spotted the blunder and pointed out the soldiers were in fact American based on their uniforms and weaponry.

Read more: https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-pr ... 61524cbbf0

Wests Tigers club statement

Wests Tigers remain as committed as ever to making this year’s ANZAC Round match in Round 8 against Manly Sea Eagles a respectful and special occasion.

The Commemorative Jersey to be worn by our players for this match has been criticised because an image on the jersey does not accurately depict Australian or New Zealand troops.

As a club Wests Tigers is deeply sorry if the use of this image has in any way offended anyone. This was never our intention, and we are taking steps to rectify this.

We have taken on board feedback from our members and fans, and we will be redesigning our 2023 Commemorative Jersey, immediately.

Wests Tigers deeply regret any offence the use of this stock image may have caused and remains completely committed to honouring and respecting all those servicemen and women who have, and who continue, to serve.

The redesigned 2023 Commemorative Jersey will be worn by our team in Round 8.

These jerseys will then be auctioned after the match, with all proceeds going to our ANZAC Round matchday charity partner, Legacy.

Wests Tigers would like our members and supporters to know that, as a club, we will continue to embrace the ANZAC spirit, this year and in years to come.

Post by **greeneyed** » April 5, 2023, 1:40 pm

As I recall, it was the same thing with a Raiders ANZAC jersey in the past and it was picked up on social media, but never pursued by the mainstream media.

The Nickman · Post by **The Nickman** » April 5, 2023, 1:45 pm

dubby wrote: ↑January 12, 2023, 6:24 am Biggest weakness is the coach

Hahahaha oh the ironing!

Post by **dubby** » April 5, 2023, 3:22 pm

The Nickman wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 1:45 pm
dubby wrote: ↑January 12, 2023, 6:24 am Biggest weakness is the coach
Hahahaha oh the ironing!

It's obvious you don't rate Ricky. But what will your opinion be if we go on and make the 8?

The Nickman · Post by **The Nickman** » April 5, 2023, 4:02 pm

dubby wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 3:22 pm
The Nickman wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 1:45 pm
dubby wrote: ↑January 12, 2023, 6:24 am Biggest weakness is the coach
Hahahaha oh the ironing!
It's obvious you don't rate Ricky. But what will your opinion be if we go on and make the 8?

I just find it amusing that when it comes to the Raiders you're happy to blame absolutely everyone but the coach, have never ONCE said a single negative thing about him, but then you come waltzing into this thread and say "biggest weakness is the coach."

Old Paul "dubby" Kent over here.

Post by **dubby** » April 5, 2023, 7:12 pm

The Nickman wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 4:02 pm
dubby wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 3:22 pm
The Nickman wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 1:45 pm
dubby wrote: ↑January 12, 2023, 6:24 am Biggest weakness is the coach
Hahahaha oh the ironing!
It's obvious you don't rate Ricky. But what will your opinion be if we go on and make the 8?
I just find it amusing that when it comes to the Raiders you're happy to blame absolutely everyone but the coach, have never ONCE said a single negative thing about him, but then you come waltzing into this thread and say "biggest weakness is the coach."

Old Paul "dubby" Kent over here.

You didn't answer my question

Post by **dubby** » April 5, 2023, 7:17 pm

In context, Sheens has stunk it up for well over a decade.

Has been sacked 3 times in 10 years, including a 2nd division English team.

In that time, we have made the GF, made preliminary GFs, made the semis.

Yet you continually look at Bellamy. A guy who won comps with a roster well in breach of the cap. Who was blessed with Slater and Smith.

15 other clubs didn't have that.

Yet you lambast Ricky because it's the convenient option.

The Nickman · Post by **The Nickman** » April 5, 2023, 7:32 pm

dubby wrote:In context, Sheens has stunk it up for well over a decade.

Has been sacked 3 times in 10 years, including a 2nd division English team.

In that time, we have made the GF, made preliminary GFs, made the semis.

Yet you continually look at Bellamy. A guy who won comps with a roster well in breach of the cap. Who was blessed with Slater and Smith.

15 other clubs didn't have that.

Yet you lambast Ricky because it's the convenient option.

No, I lambast him because he’s objectively a terrible **** coach.

Anyone who isn’t being clouded by emotional attachment would agree.

Post by **dubby** » April 5, 2023, 7:51 pm

The Nickman wrote: ↑April 5, 2023, 7:32 pm
dubby wrote:In context, Sheens has stunk it up for well over a decade.

Has been sacked 3 times in 10 years, including a 2nd division English team.

In that time, we have made the GF, made preliminary GFs, made the semis.

Yet you continually look at Bellamy. A guy who won comps with a roster well in breach of the cap. Who was blessed with Slater and Smith.

15 other clubs didn't have that.

Yet you lambast Ricky because it's the convenient option.
No, I lambast him because he’s objectively a terrible **** coach.

Anyone who isn’t being clouded by emotional attachment would agree.

Yet you're clouded by emotional attachment to the Raiders?

The Nickman · Post by **The Nickman** » April 5, 2023, 8:16 pm

Mate, one of us views the coaching situation as objectively as they possibly can being a raiders fan. The other one is being a real Paul Kent about this.

radicalraider · Post by **radicalraider** » April 7, 2023, 9:16 am

Post by **greeneyed** » April 12, 2023, 8:07 am

-PJ- · Post by **-PJ-** » April 12, 2023, 9:34 am

Benji out of retirement.

Seiffert82 · Post by **Seiffert82** » May 8, 2023, 9:15 pm

How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk

Finchy · Post by **Finchy** » May 8, 2023, 10:10 pm

Seiffert82 wrote: ↑May 8, 2023, 9:15 pm How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk

Still pretty good?

Seiffert82 · Post by **Seiffert82** » July 1, 2023, 7:27 pm

Finchy wrote:
Seiffert82 wrote: ↑May 8, 2023, 9:15 pm How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk
Still pretty good?

No. Not really.

4 runs for 28 metres. Solid.

Finchy · Post by **Finchy** » July 1, 2023, 7:42 pm

Seiffert82 wrote: ↑July 1, 2023, 7:27 pm
Finchy wrote:
Seiffert82 wrote: ↑May 8, 2023, 9:15 pm How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk
Still pretty good?
No. Not really.

4 runs for 28 metres. Solid.

Ok tonight not so much. But he has been one of their best players this year. Admittedly it's a low bar to clear

-PJ- · Post by **-PJ-** » July 1, 2023, 8:13 pm

Waiting for Tim Sheens press conference.

Must have gone straight to the judiciary.

The Nickman · Post by **The Nickman** » July 2, 2023, 8:42 am

-PJ- wrote:Waiting for Tim Sheens press conference.

Must have gone straight to the judiciary.

Straight to the back pasture, more like.

Seiffert82 · Post by **Seiffert82** » July 2, 2023, 11:56 am

Finchy wrote:
Seiffert82 wrote: ↑July 1, 2023, 7:27 pm
Finchy wrote:
Seiffert82 wrote: ↑May 8, 2023, 9:15 pm How good is John Bateman. LOL.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk
Still pretty good?
No. Not really.

4 runs for 28 metres. Solid.
Ok tonight not so much. But he has been one of their best players this year. Admittedly it's a low bar to clear

He's been a terrible signing. Estimated $750k contract. At best he's a barely above average player in his position.

Sent from my CPH2021 using Tapatalk

-PJ- · Post by **-PJ-** » August 16, 2023, 10:15 am

Tim Sheens will stand down at the end of the 2023 season.

Benji to coach next year.

Who didn’t see that coming ?

Post by **greeneyed** » August 16, 2023, 10:17 am

Wests Tigers abandon five-year plan inside 12 months with Sheens to stand down as coach

The Wests Tigers’ five-year plan is not going to plan. Tigers coach Tim Sheens is reportedly set to stand aside at the end of the season and hand the reins to Benji Marshall 12 months earlier than planned.

The Tigers board have made the call to move Sheens into an ambassador role after concerns were raised by key stakeholders over the direction of the club.

Read more: https://www.foxsports.com.au/nrl/nrl-pr ... ent=static