After taking a longer than normal preseason holiday, Leicester manager Adrian Lam feels rested and ready to go.
However, Leigh’s head coach acknowledges that it is “nerve wracking” to consider doing another team redesign.
As the Journal went to press, Tesi Niu and Isaac Liu, two of Leopards’ NRL recruits, were scheduled to join their new teammates.
However, the majority of a redesigned playing roster has already been addressed by Lam.
He said, “With all these changes, it can be a little nerve-racking at times just knowing there is a lot of work to do.”
“The players have to start over in order to comprehend the game plans, philosophies, mindset, and beliefs.”
However, this is a component of the plan. Although it is not ideal, it is precisely what we must do.
“We made the decision to bring in a lot more young people in addition to a few other things.
He said, “With the squad, we are not where we need to be.” “We still need to fill it out.
But it’s the procedure. It can make you feel heavy if you think about it too much.
However, I am thrilled about this chance to meet new people and see new talent. I believe that we are on the right track.
Lam left his position as Australian Test coach Mal Meninga’s assistant last year. Furthermore, he has no regrets about that choice.
He said, “I needed a break.” “I hardly took a week off after the 2023 season before I started training again.
“When I first arrived, I wasn’t sure if I wanted to be here. I required a respite.
“I won two World Cups and a Four Nations during my successful tenure with the Kangaroos. If the chance to return to the international setup later on arises, then so be it. However, I had to prioritize my health.
On February 13, Leigh will play their most difficult opening match of the 2025 season—away against the Wigan Warriors, the reigning champions. Since 1983, they have failed to win on the road at Wigan.
Positive Lam stated, “It’s probably a good time to play them.” However, I’m baffled as to why we play them twice at Wigan and three times overall, just like we did the previous season. Nevertheless, it is what it is.
*Leigh’s old prop from St. Helens In order to focus on his business obligations, Dan Norman has declared his intention to retire.
With immediate effect, the 27-year-old, who started his career at the Widnes Vikings, has been freed from his contract.
“This has been the toughest decision I’ve ever had to make,” Norman remarked of his choice.
In addition to playing rugby, I have been developing my online coaching business for the past four years.
“However, I have now reached a point where I must give the business my whole attention and scale it to the level I desire in order to continue growing it.”
*At the Leopards women’s end-of-season awards, Storm Cobain, an Irish international, took home the Woman of Steel award.
In her first season, Cobain kicked seven goals and scored eighteen tries. Other winners were Charlotte Melvin, a coach’s player, and Leah Morris, a player and young player.
