The Wests Tigers 2020 NRL campaign has commenced with a host of players returning for pre-season training. Will the boys who are already on the training paddock soon be welcoming Roosters superstar Latrell Mitchell to the fold? We discuss the latest on the Latrell saga on this edition of the podcast. Download or hit play for a look at the likely signing of Luciano Leilua from the Dragons, and the recent re-signing of several young up and coming Wests Tigers players including Alex Twal, Luke Garn...
Nov 27, 2019•30 min•Season 3Ep. 54
Summer is coming and the Wests Tigers 2020 squad will soon be back into training, but who will be in that squad? That's one question we try to answer on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. We've had some confirmed Wests Tigers news confirmed recently, but not a lot has been going on - Chris Lawrence and Benji Marshall have both re-signed for another season and the club has again made a small profit off the field. But what of these rumours of guys like Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Matt Moylan, ...
Oct 29, 2019•55 min•Season 2Ep. 53
The Wests Tigers Podcast has been on Spring break but we're bigger and better than ever. In the past few weeks there's been a lot of talk about the Wests Tigers in the media, however not a lot of really concrete conclusions have been recognized. Enter Justin Pascoe and Michael Maguire giving their side of things on a Q and A hosted on the Wests Tigers website. We go through the different questions and responses that the Wests Tigers coach and CEO gave on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast,...
Oct 03, 2019•46 min•Season 2Ep. 52
The Wests Tigers will play the Cronulla Sharks this weekend at Leichhardt Oval and the math is pretty simple - win and you play semi-final football. On this week's edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back at the tremendous win over the Dragons at the SCG on Sunday. Eddie and Joel look at who were the Tigers best players and which players continue to show strong improvement in 2019 under coach Michael Maguire. Contract news - should we re-sign Chris Lawrence? Have we missed out on Jessie ...
Sep 04, 2019•53 min•Season 2Ep. 50
The Wests Tigers are still alive in 2019 with the team a chance of making a seemingly unlikely appearance in the finals. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back at the match against the Newcastle Knights and concentrate on some of the really strong individual performances seen in the match by the Tigers. We have an update on 2020 Wests Tigers recruitment, including rumours Michael Maguire has been dining with a potential target. We try to answer the question - "is there a place ...
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 49
The Wests Tigers caravan rolls on with injuries starting to take their toll on what was already an arguably quite weak roster. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast Eddie and Joel discuss the Jacob Liddle knee injury and the somewhat frustrating loss to Manly at Brookvale. Then the attention turns to recruitment with the Tigers linked to some promising outside backs in recent times, including Melbourne Storm centre Curtis Scott. The boys also talk about some of the young players in the squ...
Aug 21, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Well, the Wests Tigers have done it again - losing a match that was not only vital to their semi-final hopes, but also a match they were favoured to win. What went wrong against the Bulldogs? Joel and Eddie try to get to the bottom of why the Tigers continually seem to fall at important hurdles. Is it a mental issue? Lack of skill? Or just a realistic sign of where the club and the roster is at. The boys also talk about the positives from the match, the Luke Garner sin-bin (and subsequent suspen...
Aug 14, 2019•46 min•Season 2Ep. 47
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back on one of the Wests Tigers best victories on 2019. After trouncing the Knights, Wests Tigers stepped it up a gear against the Cowboys, putting on a big performance in front of a joyous Leichhardt Oval crowd. On this edition we look back at the game, where it was won and look at what the Tigers need to do to beat the Bulldogs this weekend. Joel and Eddie also discuss the re-signing of Jacob Liddle, and the possibility of adding Jessie Ramie...
Aug 06, 2019•45 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Winners are grinners and there would be plenty of smiles around Concord Oval this week after a big weekend for the Wests Tigers. The Tigers beat the Knights in NRL, and then all the club's other teams, including the Canterbury Cup side, also walked away with victories too. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back at the hard-fought win over Newcastle and bring you some breaking news in regards to Robbie Farah. There's also discussion around Wests Tigers contract news and we look ...
Jul 29, 2019•49 min•Season 2Ep. 45
The Wests Tigers Podcast continues to roll on through what is proving to be an interesting year at the joint venture club. This week, with Joel Helmes back from his Italy trip, the discussion centres around some of the recent developments that have occured at the Wests Tigers. These include the appointment of a new General Manager of Football and a new recruitment officer too. Josh Reynolds has been told he's free to look for a new club - the boys look at the likelyhood of that happening. Should...
Jul 22, 2019•37 min•Season 2Ep. 44
A good performance but no chocolates for the Wests Tigers in their clash with the Roosters at the weekend. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast Eddie Otto is joined by special guest co-host, Wests Tigers tragic, Matt Taylor. The boys talk about the Roosters match, where the game was won and lost and what positives the good guys can take away from the 24-16 loss. After the recent re-signing of several Wests Tigers players, Eddie and Matt chat about the state of the Wests Tigers roster for ...
Jul 08, 2019•37 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Eddie Otto is flying solo on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast! Join Eddie for a preview of the game against the Roosters, as well as a look at all the upcoming action from NRL Round 16. There's also a look at the re-signing of Josh Aloiai by the club. And Eddie rewinds the clock back to the early days of the Wests Tigers with a look at two halves that represented the club in the first couple of years of the joint venture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Become a suppo...
Jul 08, 2019•14 min•Season 2Ep. 39
Two in a row! The Wests Tigers got up over the Bunnies last Thursday night and it's great to bring you another edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast post another much needed win. Things are a little different for us this week, Eddie Otto is flying solo while Joel Helmes soaks up the sun in Florence and Rome. Eddie talks about the win over Souths, where we might still be able to improve and the good signs that have come out of our last two games. What's going on with the surface at the Wests Tigers...
Jul 02, 2019•25 min•Season 2Ep. 38
The Wests Tigers are back in action this Thursday night when they take on the Rabbitohs at BankWest Stadium in Parramatta. Ahead of that round 15 NRL clash we take a look at the latest Wests Tigers news, including the re-signing of Corey Thompson. Joel and Eddie also discuss the loss of Tyson Gamble and Mahe Fonua and look at who might be able to come into the Wests Tigers squad before June 30. Also on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast the boys give their mid-year report card on each play...
Jun 25, 2019•49 min•Season 2Ep. 37
The Wests Tigers scored a gritty (lucky?) win over the North Queensland Cowboys last Friday night and on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at what worked and maybe what didn't in the one point win. Tim Mannah? Nope, the Eels veteran isn't coming to the Tigers. Disappointed? Concerned or relieved? There's a bit of all three from Joel and Eddie this week. Hit play or download this podcast too for a look at the top three things Justin Pascoe, the previously sidelined Wests Tigers CEO...
Jun 18, 2019•43 min•Season 2Ep. 36
There's been a whole lot more Wests Tigers news in recent days and we cover the lot here on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. Hit play or doanload this podcast for discussion around the potential signing of Eels veteran Tim Mannah. We also talk about not talking...that is the now reportedly non-talking relationship between Wests Tigers coach Michael Maguire and prop Russell Packer. The Mole reports that Robbie Farah is going to hang up his boots at the end of the year, the veteran report...
Jun 13, 2019•41 min•Season 2Ep. 35
Full disclosure - this isn't going to be the most positive edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. It's pretty dark in Tiger Town at the moment and we, as two devoted Wests Tigers fans, are feeling pretty flat about not just the team, but the Wests Tigers organisation as a whole. On this edition we look back at the disappointing performance against the Raiders. On episode 34 we also cover: The underwhelming experience that was a night out at Bankwest Stadium. The 20 years of continuing under perfor...
Jun 10, 2019•45 min•Season 2Ep. 34
It's NRL recruitment silly season with the Wests Tigers right in the eye of the storm! On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we talk about some of the latest Wests Tigers signing news, including: Young Queensland and Brisbane hooker Jake Simkins signing a 3 year deal with the club. The potential recruitment of Dallin Watene-Zelezniak from the Penrith Panthers. The potential trading of Wests Tigers players Ben Matulino, Russell Packer, Elijah Taylor and Josh Reynolds. The re-signing of Thom...
Jun 04, 2019•30 min•Season 2Ep. 33
Another solid performance from the Wests Tigers against the Bunnies on the weekend, but again no reward. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at where the Tigers could have been better, where Souths had the advantage and discussing the some of the somewhat dubious refeering decisions. We also look at the whole game day experience in 2019, particularly around the lack of lower grade games and ask whether rugby league is better for value for money and a better spectacle than it used...
May 27, 2019•39 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Ok, so the Wests Tigers didn't get the right result against the Storm, but there's the chance on Saturday night to steal two points off the Rabbitohs. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, we look back at the loss to Melbourne, and disagree over the game-deciding Will Chambers try. Joel and Eddie also look at the latest regarding Wests Tigers recruitment for 2020, including whether we think Corey Thompson should be re-signed. There's also discussion around some of the players the club has...
May 23, 2019•30 min•Season 2Ep. 31
The Wests Tigers are back in action tonight when they take on the Melbourne Storm at AAMI Park. Check out our preview of the match , but also hit play or download this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast for more discussion on how we can take down the high-flying Storm on their home turf. Did you know Michael Maguire has only ever one won game over Melbourne's Craig Bellamy? We talk about that and give our predictions on the game. On this edition we also talk Rhyse Martin and whether the Tigers ...
May 15, 2019•29 min•Season 2Ep. 30
The Wests Tigers are back! The boys proved way too strong for the Panthers in Brisbane and got some sweet revenge on Ivan Cleary. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back at the game, discussing the backline reshuffle, the performance of the forwards and how Benji Marshall performed back in the NRL after overcoming a hamstring injury. Will the Wests Tigers have any players in the 2019 State of Origin Series? We discuss the two Tigers players being mentioned as possible origin sta...
May 12, 2019•33 min•Season 2Ep. 29
The Wests Tigers have travelled north to face the Penrith Panthers as part of the NRL's 'Magic Round'. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at whether the Tigers can bounce back from the disappointing loss to the Roosters last weekend and get back in the winners circle. We also look at how the Tigers can avenge the painful and frustrating one point loss inflicted on us by the Ivan Cleary coached team in round 4 . Hit download or press play for a look at some good news for the West...
May 08, 2019•20 min•Season 2Ep. 28
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look back at the disappointing result against the Roosters at the SCG. Outclassed by the Roosters, where to now for the Tigers? Will we fall in a heap or bounce back? We try to answer that question, along with some discussion over the frustrations that many Wests Tigers fans are feeling in regards to the 2019 squad and some of the high profile recruits. We're we better off biting the bullet and cleaning out some of these players, instead opting for ...
May 05, 2019•24 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Welcome to the latest edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, it comes at a time when the Tigers face a big mountain over the next month. Roosters, Panthers, Storm and Souths stand in the way of the Black, Gold and Whites with the first match coming up tomorrow night at the SCG against the other "tri-colours". On this edition we preview the game, including bringing you the latest team news for the clash. We also look at what Russell Packer needs to work on to get back into the team. Hit play or dow...
May 02, 2019•32 min•Season 2Ep. 26
We're back in the winner's circle after a gutsy win over the Gold Coast Titans! On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at how the Tigers battled back from a 14-nil deficit to seal a convincing win against the Titans. We also discuss key points from the game including the dropping of star prop forward, Russell Packer, and the injury to Josh Reynolds. Will Ryan Matterson stay at 5/8 for the game against the Sydney Roosters this weekend? And have Chris McQueen and Elijah Taylor done en...
Apr 27, 2019•21 min•Season 2Ep. 25
The Wests Tigers will be looking to put their 2019 season back on track in Tamworth tomorrow night. Taking on the inconsistent Titans, on this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we preview the match and look at how we can turn around our recent runs of outs against the Gold Coast team. Also, we play 'Buy, Swap and Hold', look at the Michael Chee Kam situation and discuss a future home game strategy for the Tigers. And of course, we give our thoughts on the other matches being played in this rou...
Apr 25, 2019•30 min•Season 2Ep. 24
On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at what went wrong in our clash against the Eels. The slippery blue and golds were way too good for the Tigers at the new Bankwest Stadium yesterday afternoon, but does the heavy loss spell the end of our season? Where can we improve? What can Michael Maguire do to get the boys on the job against the Titans in Tamworth on Saturday night? We talk about the negatives, find a few positives, and try to answer those questions on this edition...See o...
Apr 22, 2019•16 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Get ready for a big afternoon on Monday Wests Tigers fans when the good guys take on the Eels at the new Bankwest Stadium. Sure, this one isn't a Tigers home game, but it will give us a first look at the Wests Tigers new state of the art stadium in Parramatta. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we preview the match and look at how we match up against the resurgent Eels. Also, we discuss some news around the Wests Tigers that has come through in the past few weeks, including the latest s...
Apr 19, 2019•26 min•Season 2Ep. 22
The Wests Tigers are back in the winners circle after an impressive win over the Broncos. The Thursday night game, kicking off the fifth round of the 2019 NRL season, saw the Wests Tigers storm home after trailing Brisbane in the first half. In this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast we look at some of the individual performances that helped get the Tigers home, including the big games from Michael Chee Kam, Matt Eisenhuth and Ryan Matterson. Is Moses Mbye injured? which backline players stood-...
Apr 13, 2019•29 min•Season 2Ep. 21
