After years of disappointment, Wests Tigers fans may just be seeing the emergence of their great new hope in Sunday's clash with Penrith. Former Australian Schoolboys halfback Jock Madden finally gets his chance in top company after serving a two-year apprenticeship at the club. And NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler is convinced the 21-year-old from Scone is ready to make his mark on the NRL. "I coached him at NSW under 16 level and he kicked a late pressure goal to win us the game from the sideline," Fittler said. "He is a smart kid and a good organiser and I'll watch how he goes with interest. "Penrith will be a big test for him, especially as the Tigers have been struggling, but he'll give it a good crack." Fans have been crying out for the youngster to get a run in the top grade but he only gets a go against the Panthers because of a knee injury to the reliable Adam Doueihi. But with question marks over the future of long-serving number seven Luke Brooks - who will partner Madden in the halves - his performance has massive significance for the Tigers' future.
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