SHOOSH
Which NRL chief executive is not so discreetly looking for other job opportunities at the big end of town.
In memory of Geoff Chisholm (1965-2022)
SHOOSH
Which NRL chief executive is not so discreetly looking for other job opportunities at the big end of town.
Gee, who could that be? 😂
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NRL news: Wests Tigers boardroom drama finally set to end as Holman Barnes Group directors face the end
The Wests Tigers boardroom drama is finally set to come to an end on Tuesday night, as directors prepare to face their own mortality at the last board meeting of the year.
Brent Read
and
David Riccio
2 min read
December 10, 2023 - 8:00AM
News Corp Australia Sports Newsroom
NRL: Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall is facing an early pre-season drama with reports veteran David Nofoaluma is refusing to train with the side.
The Wests Tigers’ boardroom drama is finally expected to be resolved on Tuesday night as Holman Barnes Group directors prepare to face their own mortality at their final board meeting of the year.
The Tigers’ majority owners have had a snapshot of the independent review into the club’s governance but are yet to put the report’s recommendations into action.
That time has now arrived as the club faces a defining moment in their history.
The Holman Barnes Group, responding to the protests of club supporters, courageously backed a review into the club.
It will all be for nothing if they now ignore the recommendations, which are likely to see the board significantly overhauled as the Tigers look to form a more rounded group of directors capable of comparing favourably with the game’s elite clubs.
The expectation is that the review will recommend they start again.
West Tigers Board Director Lee Hagipantelis could be forced to go, but could be given a change to reapply, while CEO Justin Pascoe’s future is expected to be decided later. Picture: Getty Images
West Tigers Board Director Lee Hagipantelis could be forced to go, but could be given a change to reapply, while CEO Justin Pascoe’s future is expected to be decided later. Picture: Getty Images
For that to happen, Holman Barnes Group directors will need to vote for their own demise.
The alternative would be to dig in their heels and face the wrath of Tigers fans. Most interest will surround the future of chair Lee Hagipantelis and chief executive Justin Pascoe.
Hagipantelis is expected to go as part of sweeping changes at board level, although he will likely be given the chance to apply again for a place on the board.
Pascoe’s future is likely to be for another day.
The review, conducted by former NRL chief financial officer Tony Crawford and managing director of Cooperage Capital Pty Ltd, Gary Barnier, was aimed at governance rather than club operations and there is a view that Pascoe should be given the chance to show what he can do without board interference.
The other concern is that boardroom ructions threaten to become a distraction to coach Benji Marshall as he attempts to reshape his squad and make them more competitive heading into the 2024 season, hence the desire to resolve the issue before the new year.
The Tigers have given David Nofoaluma permission to negotiate with rival clubs. Picture: Getty Images
The Tigers have given David Nofoaluma permission to negotiate with rival clubs. Picture: Getty Images
The club is knee-deep in talks with Penrith superstar Jarome Luai and Warriors prop Addin Fonua-Blake, Marshall having personally led negotiations with the pair.
Marshall is also attempting to clean out some of the players who haven’t performed in recent years, led by winger David Nofoaluma.
In memory of Geoff Chisholm (1965-2022)
@garry I’m expecting Lee to mumble and groan in the media on behalf of everyone over the next week or so. I am also anticipating that this will get delayed until the new under the view that you can’t clear out the board until replacements are found.
I would ok if they announce the changes and stagger the implementation a little, but with some of these guys it will probably be best to just rip off the band-aid.
In memory of Geoff Chisholm (1965-2022)
I'm expecting some pathetic leaking of sob stories to the SMH in the next 48-72 hrs.
I'm expecting some pathetic leaking of sob stories to the SMH in the next 48-72 hrs.
Same, going to be a turbulent time I think.
It would be nice if people just decided to do what is best for the club.
In memory of Geoff Chisholm (1965-2022)
I'm expecting some pathetic leaking of sob stories to the SMH in the next 48-72 hrs.
Same, going to be a turbulent time I think.
It would be nice if people just decided to do what is best for the club.
Love your optimism 😂
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@garry This is their best chance to get it right, and totally independent Wests Tigers board. I will hold off popping the champagne just let.
