New Werribee Bears coach Aaron Tiananga is hoping the club’s preseason form continues into the opening round of the Victorian Rugby League season this weekend.
Tiananga, who with his father founded the club in 2008, steps into the top role after previously coaching the Bears’ women.
“Our preseason games have gone well,” Tiananga said. “We have a number of new players and a lot of young ones coming through.
“Phillip Pese, from Altona, has been very good and will be a real play maker.
“Chase Hoare, our state representative, is taking on a senior role, which is good when you have younger players.”
Tiananga said that after finishing fifth last season, the club would be aiming for top four and to be challenging for the premiership.
The club’s first match for the season is on Saturday against Altona Roosters, with the clubs playing for the inaugural Tyrel Hunt memorial trophy.
“Tyrel had some links with Bears when we first started and has family members at the club,” Tiananga said. “It’s something special to play for.”
