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Wests Tigers Farewell Departing NRL Players

Wests Tigers would like to confirm the departure of the following players at the completion of the 2026 NRL season.

The Club thanks the players for all their hard work, dedication and contribution to the NRL program throughout their time at Concord.

Wests Tigers would like to wish the players and their families the very best for the future.

Starford To’a - #253

Starford To’a scored 21 tries in 71 games for the Wests Tigers from 2022-2026.

With the ability to play centre and wing, To’a was known for his strong carries, speed, and finishing ability.

His best season was in 2025, where he crossed for nine tries in 19 games, including doubles against Brisbane and Nth Qld.

Kit Laulilii - #275

A powerful middle forward, Kit Laulilii played three games for Wests Tigers after making his NRL debut for the Club in 2023.

Laulilii captained the undefeated Wests Magpies Harold Matthews Cup premiership-winning side in 2022, before progressing rapidly through the junior grades in the Wests Tigers Pathways.

Luke Laulilii #290

Luke Laulilii made 17 appearances for Wests Tigers after making his NRL debut against the Canberra Raiders in Round 16, 2024. 

The winger crossed for 10 tries including doubles against North Queensland and Canberra.

Laulilii was released midway through the year to join the Warriors ahead of his 2027 deal with the Perth Bears.

Jeral Skelton #294

Jeral Skelton crossed for 18 tries in 28 games for the Tigers from 2025-26.

A powerful and athletic winger, Skelton become a fan favourite for his strength and finishing ability out wide.

Jarome Luai - #295

A four-time premiership winner at Penrith, Jarome Luai joined the Wests Tigers as a marquee signing in 2025.

Luai had a big impact on the Club with his leadership and the professional standards he set in and around training.

He scored five tries in 41 games for the Tigers.

Tristan Hope - #297

A crafty and composed hooker, Hope featured in five NRL games in 2025 and impressed with his sharp service, defensive tenacity and ability to control the ruck.

He made a further five appearances in 2026, deputising to Api Koroisau in addition to making several appearances for the Western Suburbs Magpies in the NSW Cup.

Mavrik Geyer - #308

Mavrik Geyer made three appearances for the Wests Tigers after joining the Club for the 2026 season.

After making his debut off the interchange bench against the Melbourne Storm in Round 10, Geyer played his first full game in the Round 14 against his former club, Penrith.

Geyer also played 14 games for the Western Suburbs Magpies in the NSW Cup this season, switching between lock and prop.

Will Craig

A member of the Club's Top 30 roster in 2026, Will Craig had a difficult season with injury.

He came through the Wests Tigers Pathways system and was a member of the 2022 Western Suburbs Magpies team that won the Harold Matthews Cup.

Acknowledgement of Country

Wests Tigers respect and honour the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on the lands we meet, gather and play on.

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