The Wests Tigers haven't had to wait too long to make up for last Friday's loss to the Raiders. It's now just two more sleeps until the side is back in action, this time taking on another team that has had the wood on us in recent years - the Gold Coast Titans. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto remains in the mid-week hosts chair and is joined by Joel Helmes and Garry Watson. On the agenda is a final look back at the adjudicating that we were exposed to in last Friday's mat...
Jun 06, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 263
What a topsy-turvy night it was at Campbelltown Stadium on Friday night! One minute disappointment, then hope, then the next minute, heartbreak. The Wests Tigers again went down to Canberra , albeit in circumstances very different to our recent history with the Green Machine. This time it was close, just one point in it, with a controversial penalty in front of the sticks proving the difference. But was it the right decision by the ref? There is some difference of opinion amongst the Wests Tiger...
Jun 05, 2023•55 min•Season 6Ep. 262
After a weekend off, Wests Tigers are back in action this Friday night when they take on the Raiders. The Campbelltown Stadium clash against the 'Green Machine' comes after a bye and with the team very slowly moving up the ladder. But can the Tigers keep that momentum? That's just one question Eddie Otto, Garry Watson, and Steve Stretton try to answer. There's a look at the decision to rest Jarrod Crocker, is that a sign of disrespect by Canberra for the Tigers? And, should that be some extra mo...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 261
The Wests Tigers might be having a well-earned rest this weekend, however, there's still plenty to talk about. We kick off this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast with news that has saddened the rugby league community, the death of Tina Turner . While not Wests Tigers related, Tina made a big contribution to our game and we look at how she helped change our game so significantly. Then it's into the Wests Tigers discussion with Joel Helmes and Garry Watson taking a look at the now-confirmed move...
May 25, 2023•57 min•Season 6Ep. 260
How sweet it is! The Wests Tigers finally clicked into gear with a record-breaking performance against the Cowboys. In front of a joyous Leichhardt Oval crowd, Wests Tigers put the cleaners through North Queensland in a night most of us won't quickly forget. Hit play or download this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast to hear what Eddie Otto, Steve Stretton, Declan McCutcheon, and Garry Watson thought about the Tiger's performance. The guys take a look at some of the big questions, including: W...
May 21, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 6Ep. 259
The mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast brings plenty of healthy Wests Tigers discussion. On this edition, Eddie Otto is joined by Garry Watson and Joel Helmes for a look at a number of tasty Wests Tigers issues. First up, Luke Brooks. The long-serving Wests Tiger plays his 200th game for the club this weekend. We take a look back at his career, including the highs and lows. Joe Ofahengue might be about to exit Concord. Is this a good move for the club and the player? Are we getting som...
May 17, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 258
We're running a little behind with the Wests Tigers Podcast this week, but it's a case of good things do come to those who wait! Eddie Otto has jumped into the hosting chair and is joined by Garry Watson and Declan McCutcheon for this edition. The boys take a look back at the Wests Tigers' performance against the South Sydney Rabbitohs on Saturday afternoon . The game left a lot of us scratching our heads - was it a good game by the Tigers? Have we completely forgotten how to play attacking foot...
May 15, 2023•57 min•Season 6Ep. 257
The mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is warmed up and ready to go! On this edition, Eddie Otto is joined by Declan McCutcheon and Garry Watson for a look at the latest from Concord. The boys discuss the signing of young Bulldogs halfback, Iveson Matai . Is he a genuine chance to be the club's first-grade half in the coming years? There's another look back at the last-minute try-saving work done by Isaiah Papali’i and Jahream Bula against the Dragons on Sunday. Naturally, there's a pr...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 6Ep. 256
Welcome to episode two of the new Wests Tigers Podcast NRLW Edition, this time with three special guests. On Sunday the Ambush held a game day event at Wests Ashfield, Garry Watson sat down with NRLW stars Sophie Curtain and Emily Curtain along with NRLW Head Coach Brett Kimmorley to discuss the Wests Tigers' preparations for their inaugural season in 2023. In a wide-ranging interview, the topics of discussion included: The girl’s journey to the NRLW Their goals for season 2023 The importance of...
May 09, 2023•33 min
Oh, what a feeling! Wests Tigers made it back-to-back wins after accounting for the Dragons yesterday afternoon. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Steve Stretton, Declan McCutcheon, and Garry Watson. On the agenda, naturally, is that encouraging result in Magic Round . The boys take a look at what worked, what got a pass mark, and what still needs to be improved. While several players come in for special mention, including the man of the minute, Jahream Bula ....
May 07, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 255
The Wests Tigers are out to make it two wins in a row when they take on the Dragons in Brisbane this weekend. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto and Declan McCutcheon take a look at the Magic Round match and dare to have a little optimism. The boys also look over the biggest Wests Tigers news story of the week - the appointment of Scott Fulton as Head of Recruitment . As is the case with almost anything Wests Tigers, that appointment came with controversy and a few question ...
May 04, 2023•50 min•Season 6Ep. 254
With the NRLW season just around the corner the Wests Tigers are building to their inaugural tilt at the premiership. Here at the Wests Tigers Podcast we are extremely proud to launch our very own NRLW Podcast called the Wests Tigers Podcast NRLW Edition. On the very first episode Garry Watson is joined by Kelly Hollis to discuss all things Wests Tigers NRLW . They start by discussing the importance of Pathways from the junior leagues through to the NRLW, not just in our junior areas but across ...
May 03, 2023•28 min
How sweet it is! The Wests Tigers are finally back in the winner's circle after a gutsy performance in the rain on Saturday night. Taking on the two-time Premiership-winning Panthers, the Tigers found a new level of grit and determination in Bathurst . On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto is joined by Declan McCutcheon and Garry Watson. The boys take a look at how the Tigers got on top of their more fancied opponents and what the win means not just for the team, but the club a...
Apr 30, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 253
The latest mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is warmed up and ready to go. Eddie Otto is joined by Steve Stretton and Garry Watson for a look at the latest from the Wests Tigers and to preview this weekend's game against the high-flying Panthers. There's also a healthy dose of listener feedback via the Wests Tigers Podcast Forum . Also on the agenda of this edition of the pod is: The Wests Tigers Draft - who should the Wests Tigers sign and re-sign for 2024 and beyond? What should be ...
Apr 26, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 6Ep. 252
This is a special edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, and one we're really proud to bring you. Our friends at The Ambush , including our own Steve Stretton and Garry Watson, held a Fan Forum event on Sunday. Conducted at The Beer Shed in Leumeah ahead of Sunday's match against the Sea Eagles at Campbelltown, the event gave Wests Tigers fans a rare opportunity to have their say. And it wasn't just a talk fest, all the feedback and comments are being provided to Wests Tigers management, and respo...
Apr 24, 2023•38 min•Season 6Ep. 251
That's twelve straight NRL losses for the Wests Tigers, but are things slowly starting to improve? The Wests Tigers lost to Manly 22-16 at Campbelltown yesterday afternoon , but the team didn't lose too many fans, it was a spirited performance. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, our milestone 250th edition, Joel, Garry, Declan, and Eddie look at where the Tigers again went wrong. There's a discussion about the halves and the coaching structure too. We also discuss the opinion that gene...
Apr 23, 2023•49 min•Season 6Ep. 250
It's a special Friday evening edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast with the clock now ticking to Sunday's game. Ahead of that match against the Manly Sea Eagles at Campbelltown Stadium , Joel Helmes and Garry Watson have joined up to talk the latest from 'Tiger Town'. On the agenda of this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is a number of hot topics, including the announcement that there would be a change to the Wests Tigers Board . Simon Cook is out, in his place comes the former first-grade fu...
Apr 21, 2023•38 min•Season 6Ep. 249
We're going back to our roots with just Joel and Eddie on deck for this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast. The Wests Tigers didn't play this weekend, we got two very much-needed points by way of a bye, but there's still plenty to discuss. First up, the rumours that Tommy Talau could be taking up an offer with Manly, potentially as soon as this week. Is this a good move for the club? Are we being taken advantage of? Is Tommy being disloyal? And, is it a sign we might be looking for a player or ...
Apr 16, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 6Ep. 248
The Wests Tigers went close, but once again it was a loss for the black, gold, and white against the Eels. The round six match at Accor Stadium was a dark day for the club with five-eight Adam Doueihi suffering another ACL injury. Centre, Brent Naden , also suffered a serious injury, breaking his collarbone while scoring a try in the 28-22 loss. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes, Eddie Otto, Garry Watson, and Declan McCutcheon dissect the Doueihi injury, and look at the la...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 6Ep. 247
The dogs bark, but the caravan goes on. It's been one of the most difficult weeks in Wests Tigers' history. After enduring a flogging from the Broncos, Wests Tigers fans were then exposed to a CEO being roundly criticized for kicking a ball around Suncorp Stadium and then being on his phone in the dressing sheds at half-time. And, to add insult to injury, one of our star players was liking video clips of Bronco tries. Now, Wests Tigers have managed to do it again - using a stock photo image of A...
Apr 05, 2023•58 min•Season 6Ep. 246
Regular listeners of the Wests Tigers Podcast will know that we always try to be optimistic and look for the positives. We're sorry, but right now there really isn't anything to be positive about when it comes to the Wests Tigers organisation. This edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is open, honest, and a little raw as well. Joel Helmes, Steve Stretton, Garry Watson, and Eddie Otto take a look at the club's tenth straight NRL loss, our fifth straight loss for 2023. Again, though without too muc...
Apr 02, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 6Ep. 245
The Wests Tigers might be on the verge of bringing Mitchell Pearce to the club in an effort to get our season on track. Currently playing for Catalans in the Super League, Pearce is in the twilight of his career, but could he still add something? On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto, Garry Watson, and Declan McCutcheon take a look at the plusses and minuses of bringing the son of our inaugural coach to the club. Naturally, a Mitchell Pearce signing would throw out many more qu...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 244
The Wests Tigers traveled south last Friday evening to meet the Storm in Melbourne. Once again, Wests Tigers didn't come away with the two points - a loss that now means we're on our worst-ever losing streak of nine. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Garry Watson, Steve Stretton, and Declan McCutcheon for a review of the Tiger's performance. Was there anything to be positive about? What has the latest loss told us about weaknesses in the roster and the game pl...
Mar 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 6Ep. 243
The Wests Tigers are back in action tomorrow evening at 6 pm with a clash against the Storm in Melbourne. Coming off another loss, albeit with some possible bright shoots, this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast takes a look at our chances against the injury/suspension-ravaged Melbourne side. Eddie Otto is in the host seat and is joined by Steve Stretton and Garry Watson for a look at the significant line-up changes made by coach Tim Sheens this week. Will the changes work? Will our attack look...
Mar 22, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 6Ep. 242
Well, it's happened again! Wests Tigers are now on our equal worst-ever losing streak. But, were there some little rays of sunshine poking through on a stinking hot day at Belmore? On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes and Garry Watson take a look at the 26-22 loss to the Bulldogs . Some of the main talking points include: What's going on with Nofa? The controversial call by Tim Sheens to bring David Nofoaluma off the field. Does this signify a bigger issue with the veteran wi...
Mar 19, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 241
The latest mid-week edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is warmed up and ready to go! A condensed line-up this time with Eddie Otto and Steve Stretton onboard to take a look at the latest from Concord. First up, the boys debate whether all the negative media coverage and criticism that the club has received this week is really warranted. There's no doubt the Wests Tigers have come out to play expansive football in the first two rounds of the 2023 NRL season. They look at whether this style might...
Mar 15, 2023•38 min•Season 6Ep. 240
Oh no! We're still a pretty ordinary NRL team! The Wests Tigers continued to frustrate fans at Leichhardt Oval yesterday. Our second consecutive match at home and another disappointing performance with the Knights pushing a mountain of setbacks aside to finish 14-12 winners . On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes is joined by Eddie Otto and Garry Watson. We try to answer some of the really obvious questions - What went wrong? And why is it Wests Tigers just don't seem to be im...
Mar 13, 2023•47 min•Season 6Ep. 239
The Wests Tigers are back in action again this Sunday at Leichhardt Oval, this time the opponents are the Knights. On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Eddie Otto is joined by Garry Watson and Declan McCutcheon for a wide-ranging chat about everything Wests Tigers. There's some forensic examination over the status of two key off-season signings - Api Korisau and John Bateman . Was it a mistake to run Api off the bench against the Titans? Are there real concerns about his calf injury? And...
Mar 08, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 6Ep. 238
The Wests Tigers season is now officially underway and The Ambush is up and running again too! The first free Wests Tigers fan event for 2023 was held yesterday at the Leichhardt Bowling Club and a healthy crowd of our fellow fans turned up. Also in attendance was a special guest - the CEO of Wests Tigers, Justin Pascoe. This edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast is a replay of the interview carried out by our own Garry Watson at The Ambush event. Some of the key talking points from the interview ...
Mar 06, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 237
The Wests Tigers weren't able to start a new chapter with a win at Leichhardt Oval this evening. Playing the Gold Coast Titans, the Wests Tigers trailed 12-2 at halftime and went on to lose the game 22-10 in front of a strong home crowd . On this edition of the Wests Tigers Podcast, Joel Helmes catches up with Garry Watson and Declan McCutcheon for their thoughts after attending the match. Some of the talking points include some of the sometimes quite rudimentary mistakes made by the team tonigh...
Mar 05, 2023•23 min•Season 6Ep. 236
