The Wests Tigers are excited to confirm that Heamasi Makasini has extended his contract through until the end of the 2029 NRL season.
The Campbelltown City Kangaroos junior is currently signed through until the end of 2027, with this extension keeping Makasini at Concord for a further two seasons.
A product of the Wests Tigers Pathways, the 2024 Harold Matthews Cup Player of the Year has progressed through Harold Matthews, SG Ball Cup, Jersey Flegg, NSW Cup and into the NRL.
The 18-year-old has made a strong start to his career in the top grade, scoring on debut in Round 27, 2025 against the Gold Coast Titans, before some standout performances in the 2026 Witzer Pre-season Challenge.
The outside back took that form into the early part of the 2026 NRL season, making 15 tackle breaks and averaging 148 metres in six appearances.
The announcement comes ahead of Makasini’s return to the NRL on Saturday against the Bulldogs, after missing recent rounds due to bone bruising in his foot.
Makasini said he’s excited to extend his stay with the Club.
“I love playing here and I’m loving being a part of what we’re building. It’s where I’ve played all my junior footy and I want to be a part of bringing the Club success,” Makasini said.
“I’m grateful to Benji, the boys and the whole Tigers family for everything they’ve done for me so far, and I’m so happy to be staying here for another two seasons.
“I’m glad to be back playing this weekend and can’t wait to get out there with the boys in front of our home fans.”
Wests Tigers NRL Head Coach, Benji Marshall said it was exciting to have Makasini at the Club until 2029.
“Heamasi is a special talent who we feel is a big part of our future, and we’re looking forward to seeing him develop here,” Marshall said.
I’ve been impressed with what he’s done for us to start the year, making the step up to the NRL week-to-week. He's done it playing at centre – one of the hardest positions to defend on the field – and showed his quality at just 18-years-old.
Benji Marshall Head Coach
“He’s a player that’s come right through our system, and I know how much he loves representing the Wests Tigers.
“We’re so happy to have Heamasi and his family with us until 2029.”
