LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Wests Tigers have made some strategic changes to their squad ahead of their upcoming clash with the Titans at Leichhardt Oval this Saturday.
In a bold move, they have narrowed down their squad to 19 players, giving two fresh faces the opportunity to make their mark on the NRL stage.
This brings the total number of debutants for Wests Tigers this season to nine, a testament to their commitment to fostering new talent.
Hometown heroes Heath Mason (WT Player #288) and Jordan Miller (WT Player #289) have been called up to the bench to face the Titans.
Both players honed their skills in Macarthur before making their way to the big leagues.
Their inclusion is a nod to the successful Harold Matthews Cup campaign in 2022, where they were part of the championship-winning Wests Magpies team.
They join a prestigious group of young players who have already made their mark in the first-grade squad, including Tallyn Da Silva WT#270, Kit Laulilii WT#275, and Lachie Galvin WT#277.
In a strategic move, Solomona Faataape will be taking on a new role in the centres, forcing Brent Naden to shift to the wing in place of Lobb.
The versatile Mason will be used in a utility role off the bench, providing the Tigers with some much-needed flexibility.
In a show of strength, Fonua Pole will lead from the front row, with Alex Seyfarth moving to the second row and rookie Miller added to the bench.
As the Tigers gear up to face the Titans, they are confident in their ability to adapt and overcome any challenges that come their way.
With a mix of seasoned veterans and up-and-coming stars, they are poised to put on a show-stopping performance that will have fans on the edge of their seats.
So, grab your jerseys, get ready to cheer, and let's show the Titans what the Wests Tigers are made of!