St George Illawarra Dragons Secure Veteran Forward for 2025 NRL Season
In a strategic move for the 2025 NRL season, the St George Illawarra Dragons have secured the services of experienced forward Tom Eisenhuth. This decision comes on the heels of the club confirming the departure of nine players, including notable names like Jack Bird and Zac Lomax. Eisenhuth, who has made a significant impact this season, has been given a one-year contract extension by the Dragons, further strengthening their roster as they aim to make a push for the finals.
Tom Eisenhuth’s journey in the NRL has been anything but conventional. Initially starting his career with the Penrith Panthers in 2012, he played only one first-grade match before spending several seasons with the Panthers’ NSW Cup team. His big break came in mid-2018 when he signed with the Melbourne Storm. After playing the remainder of that year with Melbourne’s affiliate, the Sunshine Coast Falcons, Eisenhuth made his NRL debut in 2019, marking a lengthy 2398-day wait between his first and second games.
According to reports from The Sydney Morning Herald, Eisenhuth’s new contract means the Dragons have one final spot left on their Top 30 roster for the upcoming season. This extension is part of the team’s strategy to build a competitive squad following the exits of several key players, including Savelio Tamale and Max Feagai.
The Dragons’ 2025 squad is starting to take shape with the addition of Eisenhuth, who will join a team that features a mix of experienced players and promising talent. The current roster includes notable names such as Ben Hunt, Damien Cook, and Luciano Leilua, among others. The team will need to finalize their remaining roster spot soon to complete their preparations for the new season.
As the Dragons prepare for their 2025 campaign, they will be keenly focused on making the most of their new additions and the talent they have retained. With only one more position to fill, the club’s management is likely weighing their options carefully to ensure they put forward a squad capable of reaching the finals and beyond.