LeagueNews.co | Nick Loken
In exciting news for Wests Tigers fans, the squads for the upcoming Knock-On Effect NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg Cup competitions have been confirmed.
With new head coaches leading both teams in 2024, former NRL hooker Aaron Payne will be taking the reins of the Wests Magpies in the NSW Cup, while Leon Latulipe, who previously coached the Manly Sea Eagles U/21s, will be in charge of the Wests Tigers Jersey Flegg team.
The squads will also receive a boost from players who completed the pre-season with Wests Tigers' NRL squad, allowing for a seamless integration between the teams.
Notable players such as Declan Casey, Josh Finau, and Sione Vaihu from the Magpies, as well as Cayne Nicholas and Iverson Matai from Jersey Flegg, have all had a taste of the NRL pre-season.
The Jersey Flegg Cup season will kick off on Saturday, March 9, with a clash against the Kaiviti Silktails at Lidcombe Oval.
Meanwhile, the NSW Cup Magpies will begin their season in Canberra against the Raiders on Saturday, March 16.
It's an exciting time for Wests Tigers, as the new squads look to make their mark and continue the rich history of Rugby League success associated with the club.