Is it the second edition of Sixties Mindtrip already? It seems like only last week I was compiling that first venture into the not so deep recesses of my mind. If you’ve come back for a return journey, many thanks.…
From The Stands – To Hell With The Critics!
It is not the CRITIC who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually IN THE ARENA… From ‘ The Man…
Sixties Mind-Trip: The Finals And The Fury
Welcome to the inaugural edition of “Sixties Mind-Trip”. In any week, there’s a mixed bag of moments in the NRL which captures the interest or the outrage of punters. Often times I’ll quickly tweet on the topic. On other occasions,…
Stats That Matta – Round 19: Eels Defeat Broncos
Round 19 – Friday 18th September 2020 @ Bankwest Stadium Final Score – Eels 26 defeated Broncos 12 It was a very much improved performance from the Eels this past Friday night against the Broncos. After a tryless match against…
From The Stands – Brandy, Bias and Moses
Another week, and despite an Eels victory, another serving of rubbish commentary. Naturally, my old Eels hating mate and Panthers Board member, Mr Alexander, took his oh so predictable swipe at Parra post game. “I can understand Brad Arthur and Clint…
Eels Membership Appreciation
Across the NRL this weekend, the contribution of women at all levels of rugby league is being rightfully celebrated via the Women In League Round. It’s a big moment in the rugby league calendar every year. For the Parramatta Eels,…
From The Stands – What The Critics Won’t Tell You
The Panthers have defeated the Eels, but From The Stands, I was proud of my team. Spoiler alert – unlike some supporters, I will not be burning my jersey or giving up on our chances after that game. I…
From The Stands – Critically Looking Ahead
Anyone who knows me, or knows what I often write about, would understand that when it comes to my Parramatta Eels, I tend to look forward and think glass half full. So therefore I will spend only a little time…
The Spotlight – Parramatta Eels: Remember Who You Are!
Remembering who you are, is how you take your power back. Lalah Delia I never thought I would use a quote from a blogger, let alone a spiritual blogger. But in trying to describe the path that I believe the…
Whisky Musings – Round 16: Journey To Self Re-Discovery
Round 16 Drink Of Choice – Coke Zero & Bundy It is difficult to write a long-form blog when you bear witness to a result like that of Thursday night. When every single aspect of the team and its…