Wests Tigers assistant coach John Morris departs after 2026 season
Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 9:44 PM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

The Wests Tigers confirmed that assistant coach John Morris will leave the club at the end of the 2026 season. Morris joined the staff in 2024 to support head coach Benji Marshall during his initial years in the role. Beyond his coaching tenure, Morris maintains a history with the club as a former player. Following his departure, the organization will conduct an internal review of the men's NRL program. This process, led by Senior Manager of NRL Pat Richards, aims to establish foundations for the 2027 season and beyond. The club is currently examining all elements of its operations to address performance after a season that did not meet early expectations.
- •John Morris will exit the Wests Tigers at the conclusion of the 2026 season.
- •Morris joined the coaching staff in 2024 to assist Benji Marshall.
- •Pat Richards is leading a comprehensive review of the men's NRL program.
- •The club intends to use the review to plan for the 2027 season.
- 9:44 PMZero Tackle NRL — Tigers confirm exit of key coaching staff member
"The former head coach will depart at the season’s end, while confirmation of a end of season review has surfaced.
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