The Parramatta Eels Club has signed former South Sydney Rabbitohs hooker, Matt McIlwrick on a one year contract commencing this week and concluding at the end of the 2019 NRL season. Matt has played 56 first grade games since his…
The Spotlight – Negotiations With Arthur Set For June
News that the Eels will hold off contract negotiations with Brad Arthur until June has put an end to recent speculation that a coaching decision was coming within six weeks. When speculation of a first quarter review of the season…
One Small Leap For Rugby League, One Giant Step For The Community
“Help others achieve their dreams, and you will achieve yours.” Les Brown Inside the historic grounds of the former Gladesville Hospital lies the organisation which has employed in excess of 20 young Eels players over the last four years.…
Farewelling Corey Norman
It has now been confirmed that Corey Norman has parted ways with the Eels to ink a three year deal with the Dragons, commencing in 2019. Much has been written about Normz’ time with the Eels, both in mainstream and…
The Spotlight – Anchoring Our Home, Building Our Future
Today the Parramatta Eels finally confirmed that the new Western Sydney Stadium would be their home ground from 2019 onwards. Though few doubted that this would be the outcome of the robust negotiations, it was still welcome news when Bernie…
Harris Family Fundraiser
Unfortunately, cancer touches the lives of every Australian. Whether it be family or friends, we’ve all felt the impact that it delivers. Recently, Angeline Ruka, the mother of Parramatta Eels SG Ball and Flegg player, Valance Harris, lost her battle…
Astute Cap Management Secures Hayne Without Leaving the Well Dry
With the return of Jarryd Hayne now officially confirmed by the Parramatta Eels, it’s time to separate fact from conjecture; and perhaps the greatest conjecture surrounds the following question: Have the Eels sacrificed other signings for Hayne’s contract? The answer…
Eels Unveil Their New Jersey – Honouring The Past And Solidifying An Identity
Today, Parramatta Eels CEO Bernie Gurr launched the jersey that the club will wear from 2018 onwards. In a massive nod to the history of the Eels, the hooped design made famous during the 1960s will take the club forward…
Why the Eels actually are the most marketable sporting identity in Western Sydney
New Parramatta Eels CEO, Bernie Gurr, has drawn a little criticism from his Western Sydney rivals over the last couple of days following a statement he made in a bid to find his club a new major corporate partner…
NRL Draw Released – Eels Fixtures
This morning the NRL released the draw for season 2017. Parra’s draw is very interesting to say the least. Without further ado: 1: Sea Eagles v Eels, Brookvale Oval, 4pm – Sunday 5th March 2: Dragons v Eels, WIN…