The Titans will host the Wests Tigers Under 16s in the annual Anthony Laffranchi Cup on Friday, eyeing to defend the silverware after last year's victory.
The matchup between both clubs has become an annual tradition in the calendar between both pathways programs - the trophy named after the premiership-winner who played over 100 games for both clubs.
Gold Coast clinched victory in last year's clash 28-24 and have extra motivation to retain the cup on home soil with the showdown to be hosted at Tugun RLFC.
Following this clash which kicks off at 5pm, the Titans Under 16s will face the Knights and Cowboys on September 24, before the Under 18s program takes on North Queensland on October 1.
Titans.com.au has identified several Future Titans players to watch in Friday's showdown:
Triston Sauaga
Sauaga is a powerful and highly competitive middle forward who is relentless with his carries and defensive efforts. The nephew of NRL veteran Josh Papali'i, he is a Queensland Under 16 Schoolboys representative who attends Marsden State High School. A player the Titans are excited to have within the pathways program, Sauaga will be one to watch closely against the Wests Tigers.
Lennix Parfitt
The young outside back joined the Future Titans program in recent months and is one to watch in the upcoming clash against the Wests Tigers. Parfitt is strong on both sides of the ball and - in particular - is impressive defensively. Expect him to hold down his edge and make his presence felt throughout the game.
