Here we are, on the eve of November, and the media frenzy is in full cry. Is this anything unexpected? In an ideal world, the Eels would have wrapped up a signing or two to quell fearful supporters, but that…
Bumpers Up – October 24, 2021: Matto, Browny And The Good News Eels
Are the Eels on the cusp of some big news? Since the last Bumpers Up column the club has added Mitch Rein to the 2022 roster and there are rumours linking a couple of quality backs to the squad.…
The Tip Sheet – 2021 Ep. 56: Off-Season Happenings & The Canley Vale Kookas
The TIp Sheet is also available on Spotify and iTunes! The Tip Sheet checks in during the off-season to see what has been doing for the Parramatta Eels. As it turns out, there is plenty to discuss so Forty20 and…
Instant Reaction – Eels Secure Mitch Rein
The Daily Telegraph is reporting that Parramatta Eels have secured their first recruit for the 2022 season, former Titans dummy half Mitch Rein. In my recent Bumpers Up column I discussed the club’s pursuit of the off-contract Titan. Most supporters…
Bumpers Up – October 15, 2021: Hello Goodbye?
Are we officially in the silly season or is there another name for this time of the year? The footy has wrapped up, players are on holidays, but clubs and player agents are looking for partners in their annual…
Vale Norm Provan – An Eels Tribute
The rugby league world is today mourning the loss of Norm “Sticks” Provan. Immortalised alongside Arthur Summons on the NRL Premiership Trophy, the tall second rower won ten premierships with the Dragons, including four as captain/coach, and was a representative…
The Tip Sheet – 2021 Ep. 55: Eels Legends Series – David Liddiard, Live From Parra Leagues
The Tip Sheet is also available on Spotify and iTunes! With today marking the first day in a long, long time that the Parramatta Leagues Club is able to open their doors to loyal patrons, it is only fitting that…
The NRL’s Most “Poachable”?
Time for an off-season hypothetical. The NRL has decided that the 17th franchise needs a helping hand to get a competitive roster assembled. Lord Peter V’landys has decreed that every NRL player, with the exception of Origin or test…
Breaking Eels News – Brad Arthur Signs A Two Year Extension
In a massive vote of confidence, news is breaking that the Parramatta Eels have extended the contract of coach Brad Arthur until the end of 2024. Stability has been the key to the Eels consistent performances, and that consistency has…