BREAKING: Seamus Quinn, a key player for the Barnawartha Tigers, is experiencing a career resurgence after shedding 10kg this preseason. The 29-year-old’s transformation is crucial as the Tigers surge to an unexpected second place on the ladder, raising hopes for a championship run.
Quinn, who grew up in Chiltern, has been a loyal Tiger for over a decade. He briefly left to play for Henty in 2021 but returned after suffering an ACL injury on his first match. “I came crawling back to Barny,” he admitted. His close relationship with dual Barton medallist Jarrad Farwell, who is also his brother-in-law, has kept him connected to the Tigers.
With 13 wins this season, the Tigers are the surprise package of the league. Coach Adam Mudra has significantly impacted the team’s performance since taking over. “It’s amazing what impact a highly-credentialled coach like Muddy has had in a short period of time,” Quinn noted. Under Mudra’s leadership, the team has focused on the fundamentals, and players like Tom Johnson and Kaiden Withers have thrived.
Quinn’s impressive physical transformation has played a vital role in his performance. “I was a ‘tubby Tiger’ last year, but dropping that weight has helped me cover the ground much better,” he said. His commitment to fitness coincided with a new job at Daryn Cresswell’s landscaping company, Executive Garden Scapes, which has further fueled his training.
The Tigers last reached the grand final in 2019, and excitement is building as they aim for another shot at the title. Quinn emphasized that their unexpected success has defied expectations, especially after the team did not recruit any new players during the offseason. “Not many people thought we could improve so rapidly,” he explained.
As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Barnawartha as they prepare for key matches ahead. The momentum is palpable, and fans are eager to see if the Tigers can maintain their remarkable form and vie for the championship.
