There is a growing thought around rugby league that Beau Scott will call time on an outstanding career at the end of either 2018 or 2019. “Wait. Beau Scott? I came here for Ray Stone!”, I hear you protest. You might think a…
Crystal Ball – Top 8 Predictions: Season 2018
In this, the 63rd annual instalment of the Crystal Ball, the Cumberland Throw (and a couple of our key contributors) are going to once again try our hand at predicting the order of Season 2018’s Top 8. Each poster will…
Whisky Musings – Super Early Trial Edition
Super Early Trial Edition Drink Of Choice – Balvenie Double Wood 12YO A mammoth fortnight at work covering for a staffing crisis almost magically parted way to allow me to attend the first proper Jersey Flegg and Intrust Super…
The Watchlist – Jaeman Salmon
As the countdown towards Season 2018 rolls on, I thought it worth taking a look at some of the up and comers in our playing ranks – players who are knocking on the door, but are yet to crack first grade…
A Play The Ball Crackdown Is Coming – Let’s Find A Long Term Solution
Beware NRL supporters! The annual crackdown on play the ball infringements is about to cast its ugly shadow over the opening rounds of the NRL Premiership. Instead of marvelling at the skills, the collisions and the breathtaking moments that define…
The Watchlist – Marata Niukore
As the countdown towards Season 2018 rolls on, I thought it worth taking a look at some of the up and comers in our playing ranks – players who are knocking on the door, but are yet to crack first grade…
A Centre of Excellence – The Next Strategic Challenge for the Eels Board
From the depths of the dark hole that was 2016, the Parramatta Eels have come such a long way in an incredibly short time. Let’s consider what’s been achieved and what lies ahead in the next couple of years: New…
Moving To Our New Stadium – What Do Eels Members Need To Know?
We’re coming home. The dawn of a new era in match day experience is upon us as the Parramatta Eels prepare for their new home at the Western Sydney Stadium (WSS). When the venue opens in 2019, fans will be…
Parramatta’s 2018 Proposition – Who will be our Middle Forwards?
With our Parramatta boys are set to field (on paper) their strongest squad in well over a decade in 2018 – one blessed with speed, strike, depth and one hell of an attitude. However, if you’re anything like me, the…
The New Year’s ImPARRAtive – Extending Arthur’s Contract
The year is coming to a close and as a Parramatta Eels fan, you’re probably well pleased with the team’s performance in 2017 and the direction the club is taking. And it’s hard to argue with that. The first NRL…