After listening to the Brad Arthur interview on Triple M’s Rush Hour (click here for Podcast), a number of features of the Eels Football Department became clearer. Camaraderie BA was very entertaining in his description of Corey Norman – “it’s…
Auckland Nines – Match Reports
This post will briefly examine each Parramatta match up during the Auckland Nines Tournament. The post will be updated and edited after each game. Match 1 vs Melbourne Storm Eels 4 – Storm 14 Not a great start in a disjointed…
Off Contract Players – What Factors Could Determine A Contract At The Eels?
With an extensive list of players off contract in 2016, a busy year looms for Brad Arthur, Daniel Anderson and Ian Schubert. Placing players on one year deals will naturally produce such a circumstance and it may yet be the…
Development Pathways – A New Approach
During the pre-season, the focus of our attention has been the demanding preparation of the NRL squad – and rightly so. After all, few people remember which club wins lower grade and junior rep titles. However, the elite pathways developed…
The Proszenko Article
At TCT we make no apologies for our positive view of the club. However, we will not be guilty of burying our head in the sand. In this instance we will offer an opinion that is based on some core…
Pride and Respect – Part of the New Culture
After reading through the comments posted by supporters who joined me over summer at Eels training, I’ve had reason to reflect on the noticeable difference in culture which has emerged in recent seasons. Having had the opportunity to witness these…
Eels Pre-season Training – Correspondent Tom (January 28, 2016)
It is with much gratitude that we welcome the first report from one of TCT’s correspondents. Today’s training information has been relayed to me by Tom, an Eels tragic and heir to Chris’ fortune. Much appreciated Tom! Highlights * Bevan…
The Auckland 9s – Sixties Predicts
We won’t have to wait too long until the 9s are named. I’ll go out on a limb and try to pick an 18 man squad: The Stars Norman and Radradra The Training Standouts Tanginoa, Cornish, King and Nelson The…
Eels Pre-season Training – NYC Match-Up (January 26, 2016)
It’s early morning on Australia Day, a day for kicking back in shorts and thongs, but the NRL and NYC squads are hard at work. Today, it’s two simultaneous opposed sessions which will give the coaches a good look at…
Eels Pre-season Training – Pauli Stands Out (January 25, 2016)
Somewhat inclement weather prevailed for today’s field work, though I’m sure the players much prefer such conditions over the extreme heat. Some warm ups and skills preceded the match simulations which was controlled by NRL referees. My comments will focus…