The very public fallout surrounding the Rabbitohs’ latest points has continued, with Souths assistant coach John Morris confirmed to be heading to the Tigers from subsequent season to work below incoming coach Benji Marshall.
Morris, together with Sam Burgess – who has walked away from his assistant teaching place on the membership efficient instantly – reportedly had points with the preferential remedy star gamers Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker had been receiving from head coach Jason Demetriou.
Unlike Burgess, Morris will coach on with the Rabbitohs till the top of this season, earlier than heading again to Concord on a four-year deal.
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Morris is a former teammate of Marshall after spending three years on the Tigers as a participant between 2007 and 2009, that includes in 72 video games.
In a press release launched by the membership, Marshall says he’s “excited” by the addition of Morris as an assistant coach.
“We are really excited to welcome John and his family back to our club as an assistant coach,” mentioned Marshall.
“His experience, his character and his attention to detail are second to none.
“He is a very good person, a dedicated family man, and we share the same values. I have complete trust in him and know he’ll do a great job for us.”
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Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe additionally welcomed Morris again to the membership.
“John was identified as someone who has been a head coach, knows what it takes to be a head coach, and how much hard work is required,” mentioned Pascoe.
“John was a thorough professional as a player and he’s taken that same work ethic into his role as a coach.
“He will be a welcome addition to the coaching team we have for next season and beyond.
“I welcome John and his family back to the club and look forward to him working closely with Benji and our other assistants.”
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