Let’s talk about the five-eighth position. The pivot, the stand-off, or in Rugby Union terms, the fly half. One of two primary playmaking positions on the field, almost all of the best Parramatta teams in history have coincided with having…
Off The Cumberland Fence Special Series, The Greatest – Part 3: Centre
Well, we have covered off Fullbacks and Wingers and so far, I have gotten off largely unscathed. Thank you everyone for the feedback, I have thoroughly enjoyed the respectful debate. As always, I am blown away by the depth of…
Off The Cumberland Fence Special Series, The Greatest – Part 2: Winger
Before we get into the wingers, I want to thank the TCT community for the feedback and terrific engagement on the Fullbacks piece. I will just single out one piece of feedback for special attention. To my old friend Josh…
Off The Cumberland Fence Special Series, The Greatest – Part 1: Fullback
As we count down to the 2025 pre-season trials, I reckon we’re all champing at the bit for the on-field action to begin. So why not spice up the off-field conversation with some spirited debate about the relative merits of…
Off The Cumberland Fence – Eels Glass Half Full Holiday Special
At this time of year, it’s quite common to pause and reflect on the year that was and look forward to the year ahead. Sixties, 40/20 and the rest of the gang do a great job of keeping everyone up…
Off The Cumberland Fence – November 27, 2024: Eels 2025 Season Draw
Welcome to my first post under the banner of “Off The Cumberland Fence”. After putting a couple of articles under my belt, the first on the departure of Gutho, and the second about the jersey release, future columns will feature…