LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Macarthur Wests Tigers Laurie Daley Cup U/18s team has shown their talent and strength in the 2025 season by making it to the Grand Final at GIO Stadium in Canberra.
This marks the first appearance for the Laurie Daley Cup team in a Grand Final, following the success of their Andrew Johns Cup counterparts in reaching the final twice.
The team will face off against the Illawarra South Coast Dragons in what is expected to be an exciting match.
The Macarthur region has a history of producing talented players who have gone on to play in the NRL, with players like Lachlan Galvin, Tallyn Da Silva, and Heath Mason emerging from the Wests Tigers Pathways program in southwestern Sydney.
The success of the Macarthur Wests Tigers teams highlights the strong development programs in place for young players in the region.
As the team prepares for the Grand Final, they are ready to showcase their skills and potentially add more players to the list of NRL graduates from the Macarthur region.
The Wests Tigers Pathways program has been instrumental in nurturing the talent of young players in the Macarthur region, providing them with opportunities to develop and progress in their rugby league careers.
The success of the Laurie Daley Cup team is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the players, coaches, and support staff involved in the program.
The team's journey to the Grand Final is a proud moment for the Macarthur Wests Tigers and a reflection of the depth of talent in the region.
As they prepare to take on the Illawarra South Coast Dragons in the Grand Final, the team is focused on giving their all and making their mark on the competition.