The very public fallout surrounding the Rabbitohs’ recent issues has continued, with Souths assistant coach John Morris confirmed to be heading to the Tigers from next season to work under incoming coach Benji Marshall.
Morris, along with Sam Burgess – who has walked away from his assistant coaching position at the club effective immediately – reportedly had issues with the preferential treatment star players Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker were receiving from head coach Jason Demetriou.
Unlike Burgess, Morris will coach on with the Rabbitohs until the end of this season, before heading back to Concord on a four-year deal.
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Morris is a former teammate of Marshall after spending three years at the Tigers as a player between 2007 and 2009, featuring in 72 games.
In a statement released by the club, Marshall says he is “excited” by the addition of Morris as an assistant coach.
“We are really excited to welcome John and his family back to our club as an assistant coach,” said Marshall.
“His experience, his character and his attention to detail are second to none.
“He is a very good person, a dedicated family man, and we share the same values. I have complete trust in him and know he’ll do a great job for us.”
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Wests Tigers CEO Justin Pascoe also welcomed Morris back to the club.
“John was identified as someone who has been a head coach, knows what it takes to be a head coach, and how much hard work is required,” said Pascoe.
“John was a thorough professional as a player and he’s taken that same work ethic into his role as a coach.
“He will be a welcome addition to the coaching team we have for next season and beyond.
“I welcome John and his family back to the club and look forward to him working closely with Benji and our other assistants.”
