There were some initial fears just a couple of years ago that a new contract may not have been possible for Adam Doueihi but here we are, with the Wests Tigers signing the utility until the end of the 2029 season.
Doueihi has had an up-and-down career, battling injuries and setbacks, as he will bring up a decade-long link to the club once his contract expires.
A Lebanese international, Doueihi’s junior footy came with the Balmain Tigers and while in the past, he may have played centre, five-eighth and lock, the halfback spot is now his home in 2026.
Not surprisingly, Doueihi was ecstatic to extend his tenure with the Wests Tigers.
“I’m really excited to be locked in with the Tigers for the next four seasons. It’s a special place for me and my family. There’s nowhere else I’d rather be,” Doueihi said.
“We’re building something special here amongst this group and I’m looking forward to ripping in this year and putting all our hard work into practice.
“I’m loving playing alongside Romey in the halves and working with Benji. We’re in a great position as a group to continue growing and improving.
“I’m grateful to Benji and the Club for the faith they’ve shown in me over the last few years, I’m looking forward to repaying that on the field.”
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall praised Doueihi’s character and work ethic to bounce back from his injury past and backs him to perform and be a crucial part of the Tigers side.
“Really happy for the Club that we get to extend Adam until the end of 2029,” Marshall said.
“It’s a credit to Adam’s character and work ethic to bounce back from injuries and put himself in a position to sign an extension with us.
“Not only do we value what Adam brings us on the field, his leadership and influence off it are just as important.”