From the Stands is more often than not reflective in its approach. It regularly looks back on the last match. But after reflecting on this past week, there was far more to consider than just another victory. On Sunday, we…
From The Stands – Six Again Rewarding NRL’s Actors
I enjoyed my Sunday afternoon sitting in the stands watching our team hang on against the Bulldogs. While we can find many things to criticise about our performance, I was happy with the win. I also came away with strong thoughts…
From The Stands – True Rivalry Is Not A Media Creation
After last week’s disappointing loss, there was nothing better than being back in the Bankwest Stadium stands cheering on an Eels win. Given some of the unnecessary rubbish played out in the media, achieving that victory over the Tigers…
From The Stands – The Importance Of The Bounce Back
I hate losing to Manly, I really do. But unlike last week, this post isn’t about my hates or grievances, it’s about our team. Attitude is everything. If I looked hard enough I could find some positives from this loss,…
From The Stands – Credit Is Due!
“A champion team will always beat a team of champions.” Over the past few weeks, I have sat back and listened to all the experts as they desperately find ways to discredit the Eels superb start to the season. From the Stands…
From The Stands – Back In The Stands
Oh yes! Back to being truly “From The Stands” I wasn’t too sure what a 7000 crowd at Bankwest would feel like. I love the atmosphere of the big matches at Bankwest, and although excited to be going back, I…
From The Stands (Lounge) – Becoming A Team
We cannot win this premiership without Moses, but we will not win it if we are a one person team. As such, the upcoming rounds will probably be the making of our Parramatta Eels. Questions were asked, answered and finally…
From The Stands (Lounge) – Valuable Experience
Is it possible for a supporter to gain in confidence after a loss? I confess, I never look forward to the Roosters game as I always fear a flogging. In the previous three matches against the Eels they had racked…
From The Stands (Lounge) – New Territory?
Ladies and gentlemen, the Eels have just won a game which, in their recent history, they would not normally win. How many of you would echo that sentiment? Last Friday was a display of how far the team has come.…
From The Stands (Lounge) – Manly Outraged And All Is Well
Allay any concerns you may have had – the footy is well and truly back! And what better way to reinforce it than via controversy in a Parra and Manly game – who would have ever thought of that! For…