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1 year extension.

What, it's not April 1st is it? I hope that is not at the expense of Mago if it's true, and how does Isa get a sniff of a place in the team. Walters, Farrell, Nsemba, Beardsworth, Shorrocks & Smithies in front of him surely.

Ah well, good luck Willie if it's true.

https://wiganwarriors.com/blog/2023/09/ ... lH5g30-6wg


Willie Isa will remain at Wigan for the 2024 season.
New Zealand-born second-row signs one-year extension.
Isa: “I’m happy to continue the journey with the Club and build on the years of hard work and love for the team.”
Willie Isa has signed a one-year contract extension with Wigan Warriors which will see him remain at the Club for the 2024 season.
The 34-year old is currently just one game away from making his 200th appearance for Wigan. He made his debut under Shaun Wane in 2016, making next year his ninth season with the Cherry and Whites.

The two-time Grand Final winner has become a key member of Matt Peet’s senior playing group renowned for his professionalism and humility.

On signing his extension, Willie Isa said: “I’m happy to continue the journey with the Club and build on the years of hard work and love for the team.

“I am always grateful and privileged to be in this position and I’m really looking forward to getting back out on the field with the team soon.”

Matt Peet said: “Willie Isa is a crucial member of this team and I am delighted he has committed to the club.

“He has put in some excellent performances this year and he continues to drive standards on and off the field.”

He added: “We feel his presence will be essential, with the introduction of some new players from our academy and from other clubs, his leadership and guidance will help show them the expectations of the club.”

eaststandspy wrote: ↑Thu Sep 14, 2023 12:39 pm What, it's not April 1st is it? I hope that is not at the expense of Mago if it's true, and how does Isa get a sniff of a place in the team. Walters, Farrell, Nsemba, Beardsworth, Shorrocks & Smithies in front of him surely.

Ah well, good luck Willie if it's true.

Beardsworth in front of someone who’s played 200 times for the club?

eaststandspy wrote: ↑Thu Sep 14, 2023 12:39 pm What, it's not April 1st is it? I hope that is not at the expense of Mago if it's true, and how does Isa get a sniff of a place in the team. Walters, Farrell, Nsemba, Beardsworth, Shorrocks & Smithies in front of him surely.

Ah well, good luck Willie if it's true.

A back rower who has been consistently good for us, can provide cover to second row and Centre while providing an experience head to support youngsters coming through.

I can't see an issue with a one year extension

Strange decision. Should have been let go years ago. Ineffectual and now crocked

Caboosegg wrote: ↑Thu Sep 14, 2023 1:32 pm

eaststandspy wrote: ↑Thu Sep 14, 2023 12:39 pm What, it's not April 1st is it? I hope that is not at the expense of Mago if it's true, and how does Isa get a sniff of a place in the team. Walters, Farrell, Nsemba, Beardsworth, Shorrocks & Smithies in front of him surely.

Ah well, good luck Willie if it's true.

A back rower who has been consistently good for us, can provide cover to second row and Centre while providing an experience head to support youngsters coming through.

I can't see an issue with a one year extension

+1

I’m not totally against it because we lack a lot of experience in the 2nd row and Isa could help bring the young lads through. If anyone still thinks we are going to sign a top notch 2nd row they will be sadly mistaken.

I can see this one both ways so good luck to Willie for next season. I just hope he can avoid injuries next time around. Do we think that's it for signings then? I feel we're really close to having a top squad next season but you always want just one more don't you?

We still have an overseas quota spot to fill unless Mago is extending his contract?