Chopping Locked In for 2025 at the Tweed Coast Tigers

By Gavin McKean

Tweed Coast Tigers coach Dean Solomon is optimistic about key forward Mitch Chopping’s prospects for his second season with the club, as the forward looks set to continue making an impact in the competition.

Chopping, an experienced forward, played 16 games in his debut season for the Tigers, kicking 41 goals. Solomon is hoping for another consistent season from Chopping in the SUNS forward line.

“‘Chop,’ as he’s affectionately known, joined the club last year after the team went winless in 2023. Reaching the finals in 2024 was a significant step forward, and we’re only just getting started. We’ve been adding 16- and 17-year-olds who are now eligible and will continue to do so, forming the most exciting, dynamic team we’ve had in years.”

Solomon has encouraged Chopping to step up as a leader for the younger players during pre-season training at the newly named Beaumont Tiles Tweed Oval. Chopping, one of many new recruits last season, will play a key role in mentoring the youth as they enter their third season under Solomon’s leadership. With the season starting in less than eight weeks, the excitement within the playing group is palpable, and they’re eager to hit the field.

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