LeagueNews.co | Robbie Hamilton
Benji Marshall, the legendary Rugby League player, has recently given the new group of pathways mentors at Wests Tigers a sneak peek into his coaching philosophy for the upcoming 2024 NRL pre-season.
According to a report on the official Wests Tigers website, Marshall, along with assistant coaches Robbie Farah, Chris Heighington, and John Morris, conducted a pathways induction session at the Zurich Centre on Tuesday night.
This session was attended by coaches of all Wests Tigers junior and senior representative teams for the 2024 season.
During the presentation, Marshall shared strategy guidelines for the NRL team's attack and defense, which will then be implemented across the club's development teams.
The aim is to create consistency and a unified approach throughout all grades.
Marshall emphasized the importance of connecting with the club's junior coaches to ensure a seamless transition and development of players from the grassroots level to the professional stage.
Matthew Betsey, the General Manager of Women's and Pathways, highlighted the significance of coach education in the club's overall development plans.
This indicates that Wests Tigers are committed to providing their coaches with the necessary tools and resources to succeed at all levels.
With Marshall's vast experience and expertise in the game, coupled with the support of Farah, Heighington, and Morris, Wests Tigers seem to be in good hands for the 2024 season.
The club's focus on building a strong coaching foundation and nurturing young talent bodes well for their future success in the NRL.