Marshall out for the Season

Benji Marshall injured again, ruled out for the season with shoulder problems. © Wests Tigers

Wests Tigers five-eighth Benji Marshall today has been ruled out for the rest of the 2006 NRL season with a shoulder injury.

Marshall met with his shoulder specialist this morning and will undergo surgery on his right shoulder next week after suffering the injury against Penrith on Saturday night.

Wests Tigers Coach Tim Sheens said he felt for Marshall.

“It is very unfortunate but that’s football. Benji was hurt putting his body on the line for his team and the club,” Sheens said.

“He will now undergo eight to nine months of rehabilitation and we look forward to seeing a bigger, stronger Benji Marshall back next year.”

In other news today;

Parramatta Eels player John Morris has agreed to a three-year contract with the Proton Wests Tigers from next season.

Wests Tigers recruitment manager Warren McDonnell said the club was very happy to secure the services of Morris until the end of the 2009 season.

“John will fill the half-back role left by Scott Prince,” McDonnell said.

“He is a very experienced player with plenty of talent, and his versatility means he can also cover five-eighth, hooker and even lock if need be.

“I am sure John will be a vital asset for the Wests Tigers.”

Morris said he was excited about joining the NRL premiers.

“I am looking forward to the new challenge of playing for the Wests Tigers,” Morris said.

“They have a great young team and I am sure my game will improve even further under coach Tim Sheens.”