Parramatta Eels 16 Brisbane Broncos 17 The Good: Although far from ideal, people shouldn’t lose their minds over this loss. We scored more tries and came back from a 10 point deficit in hostile territory.…
From The Stands – Harnessing The Passion
That Bulldogs clash. Who’da thunk it? Those of us in the stands who’ve witnessed many fierce Eels v Bulldogs clashes could probably see and predict at half-time what was going to happen. So, if we want to, this game can…
The Spotlight – You Make The Call
The phone rings…. “Hey mate, BA here. We’re a player down after Browny’s brain snap last Thursday. I’m interested in your take on our starting pack and bench.” No, that call won’t be coming. But imagine if it did. Every…
From The Stands – Leadership and the League
Women in League. A strong win over the Titans. It was a great round for the game and another pleasing round for our Eels. However, amongst the goodwill and the good footy, from the stands there’s two important aspects from…
Whisky Musings – Round 22: Shocking Twist As Business Trip To The Gold Coast Means Just That For The Eels
Round 22 Drink Of Choice – Nikka Whisky It was a lopsided mismatch on the Gold Coast on Friday night and above all else, Parramatta simply had to take care of business against the lowly Titans. Take care of business…
From The Stands – Learning To Lift
I was a very proud supporter as I left Bankwest on Saturday night. While the win was obviously pleasing, I was proud of the supporters, the club and obviously the team. The whole day showed why we as a club have…
Post Game Grades – Round 21 vs Knights (Whisky Gradings Edition)
Parramatta Eels 20 Newcastle Knights 14 Mitch is unfortunately unavailable tonight, so your boy Forty20 is back in the Post Game Grades saddle for this week. Enjoy! The Good: Magnum might still be a ways off but the…
From The Stands – Delivering
I was probably like many Parra fans before the game on Sunday. According to the team list, the premiership table and form I knew we really should beat the Dragons, but as we know, what we should do and what…
The Preview – Round 20, 2019: Eels vs Dragons
Date: Sunday, August 4, 2019 Venue: Netstrata Jubilee Stadium Kick Off: 4:05pm Referees: Ashley Klein, Todd Smith Head-to-head: Played 37 Eels 19 Dragons (joint venture) 15 Drawn 3 Odds: Eels $2.00 Dragons $1.85 Broadcast: Nine, Foxtel, Kayo Last Four Encounters:…
From The Stands – The Blame Game
The blame game – the act of pointing the finger at others to explain your shortfalls appears to have found another home. Thankfully it’s not at the Eels. Some of the actions and reactions to last Saturday highlight why our…