Ben Cotton-February 12, 2021 2. Panthers prop James Tamou had been weighing-up an offer from St George Illawarra, but has knocked back the approach to link with another Sydney club. Tamou captained Penrith in the final where they lost to Melbourne 26-20. [46][47] In the 2016 State of Origin series, Tamou played in all 3 matches for New South Wales in their 2-1 series loss. [28], In the club's elimination final match against the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks, Tamou played his 100th NRL match in the 20–18 loss at Sydney Football Stadium. The announcement, made … James Tamou is used to success following stints with Penrith and North Queensland, so he won’t stop until he achieves similar results at the Wests Tigers… James Tamou (born 13 December 1988) is a professional rugby league footballer who plays as a prop for the Wests Tigers in the NRL. [26] He was suspended for the second Origin match. 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[55], Tamou and his wife, Brittney Tamou, have four sons, Brooklyn, Barclay, Bronx and Boston. Wests Tigers are pleased to announce the signing of forward James Tamou for the coming two seasons. Tamou will leave the Panthers at the end of the 2020 season, ending a four year stint with the club. [23], On 19 April, Tamou was selected for Australia in the Anzac Test, starting at prop in the 32–12 win at Canberra Stadium in what was the first test match ever played in Canberra. [8], In 2008, he represented New Zealand Maori, when they played Indigenous Dreamtime team in the 2008 World Cup curtain raiser, playing off the interchange bench in the 34–26 loss at Sydney Football Stadium.[9]. Michael Maguire has landed his biggest signing as Wests Tigers coach, luring James Tamou on a two-year deal from Penrith. In round 8, Tamou made his NRL debut against the Parramatta Eels where he played off the interchange bench and scored a try in the Cowboys 18–28 loss at Parramatta Stadium. Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe echoed Maguire’s comments and welcomed Tamou to the club. He is of Māori and Danish descent.[4][5]. Michael Maguire has landed his biggest signing as Wests Tigers coach, luring James Tamou on a two-year deal from Penrith.The former NSW and Kangaroos prop will link with the Tigers from next season, a The Wests Tigers have pulled off a major signing by securing the services of Panthers captain James Tamou for season 2021. Mitch Keating-January 28, 2021 0. He began playing junior rugby league in Levin for the Levin Knights in New Zealand. [35] He returned in round 24. Veteran front-rower James Tamou has joined Wests Tigers on a two-year deal beginning next season. Wests Tigers are pleased to announce the signing of forward James Tamou for the coming two seasons. Moses Mbye. He underwent neck surgery at the end of the season, ruling him out of Australia's Four Nations campaign.[37]. [45] On 16 June 2016, it was announced that Tamou had signed a four-year deal with the Penrith Panthers. [14] In September, Tamou was selected in New Zealand's train-on squad for the Four Nations, although he was not selected in the final squad. His good form was rewarded that year, when he re-signed with the Cowboys for a further 3 years. Salary cap limitations have forced Tamou to look elsewhere to extend his NRL career in 2021 and his appointment at the Tigers is likely to be formally announced next week. [16][17] On 20 April, Tamou made his Australian international in the Anzac Test, playing off the interchange bench in the 20–12 win at Eden Park. “He is a highly-commendable man both on and off the field and will certainly have a strong impact at Wests Tigers in driving this club forward to where we all want it to be.”, Luciano eager to please fans on Easter Monday, McGregor ready to return after recovering from unfortunate injury, You have skipped the navigation, tab for page content. But to those within the club, or those who follow the club’s every word … Only users with topic management privileges can see it. [6][7] Tamou played for the Roosters' NYC team in 2008 and was one of the club's best performers, before signing for the North Queensland Cowboys for the 2009 season. Wests Tigers Coach Michael Maguire said he was looking forward to working with Tamou. The 31-year-old was off contract at the end of the season and moves to the Tigers to allow Penrith focus on its emerging youth. [39] In the 2015 State of Origin series, Tamou played in all 3 matches, starting at prop for the Blues in their 2–1 series loss. This topic has been deleted. He previously played for the North Queensland Cowboys between 2009 and 2016, and was a member of their 2015 NRL Grand Final winning side, as well as the Penrith Panthers between 2017 and 2020. [32] On 2 May, Tamou played in the 2014 Anzac Test against New Zealand, playing off the interchange bench in the 30–18 win. [10] He finished his debut year in the NRL with 12 matches and 2 tries. Born in New Zealand, Tamou has achieved success at every level of the game throughout his career with impressive campaigns throughout the Auckland Nines, World Cup Challenge, Telstra Premiership, State of Origin and World Cup competitions. foxsports.com.au - Tigers recruit and former Panthers skipper James Tamou admits Penrith’s 2020 Grand Final loss to the Storm still haunts him and he hasn’t watched a … James Tamou will lead the Wests Tigers on the field in the 2021 season, the club has announced today. On 2 February, Tamou played for the Cowboys in the Auckland Nines. James Tamou has only just arrived at the Wests Tigers but he's already happy to put his experience to good use and captain the side if that's what is best for the team. [34] In round 20 ,against the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs, Tamou injured his neck, resulting with him being sidelined for a month. 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