Gold Coast’s future will be defined by its size, strength, and indicative experience.
The Gold Coast Titans’ 2025 season will be closely watched, but back-rower Beau Fermor is adamantly optimistic about the team’s strong front pack and is eager to improve both on and off the pitch.
Fermor is vocally upbeat about the Titans’ chances with the signing of Kangaroos and NSW veteran Reagan Campbell-Gillard and the expected return of a fully recovered Tino Fa’asuamaleaui.
For a Gold Coast team that already has Queensland Origin players David Fifita, Moeaki Fotuaika, and Fa’asuamaleaui, there is no more scuffing around with experience in the halves and speed and size in the backs.
“Playing behind those guys—Tino, Jimmy, Reg, and Moe—as well as Davey and I in the back row, along with Klese (Haas), who’s been training really hard, is awesome,” Fermor remarked.
“We’re going to have a really good middle rotation with those four or five boys next year, and there’s a lot of competition for spots.”
During preseason, Campbell-Gillard, who has played in more than 200 NRL games, has already made an impact. The veteran’s impact on and off the pitch was praised by Fermor.
In training, Fermor remarked, “He’s been really good and really vocal, not only for myself but for our younger players coming through.”
We have benefited greatly from his experience thus far in the preseason. He knows what it takes to win important games since he has played for Australia and Origin. His expertise has been really beneficial, particularly for our younger men.
After suffering an ACL injury early in the 2024 season, Fa’asuamaleaui is presently nearing the end of his recuperation.
The Titans skipper is excited to return to full training after working with famed rehabilitation coach Bill Knowles for a while in the United States.
Fermor is aware of the psychological toll because he has had similar injury setbacks.
Fermor clarified, “He’s probably at the most annoying stage right now where your knee feels pretty good and you want to dive right in, but the performance staff and the physios are telling you to slow down a bit.”
Fermor has taken over to lessen the load on his skipper as Fa’asuamaleaui manages a comeback.
Fermor remarked, “We can’t just rely on Tino’s shoulders.”
He will be able to concentrate on his game and return to the form that we know he is capable of producing if I can assist him there and relieve some of the pressure he is carrying.
The 26-year-old Fermor is assuming a senior leadership position in the Titans team, collaborating closely with seasoned players like Kieran Foran and Fa’asuamaleaui.
Fermor laughed as he acknowledged, “At 26, I’m one of the older players, which is pretty scary.” I’ve been putting a lot of effort into it, working closely with Foz, Tino, and Moe to improve my leadership skills.
Fermor’s top priority for 2025 is personal growth as he pursues a lifelong goal of playing for Queensland in the State of Origin.
“Obviously, that is and always will be a goal of mine,” he stated.
However, I must first fulfil my responsibilities here and ensure that I am representing the Titans in the best possible light. That will resolve itself.
Fermor referred to his 2024 experience as “unforgettable” as his performances won him a spot in the Prime Minister’s XIII to play Papua New Guinea.
Fermor is keen to improve his form following a strong 2024 season in which he participated in 22 games.
“It was really satisfying to play 20 games last year, which was my goal, even though sometimes it’s a little out of your control,” he remarked.
The Titans are set up for a successful 2025 season with a strong front pack and a healthy roster. Undoubtedly, consistency will be crucial.
