Since 2018, the year Parra finished last and celebrated when they were only beaten by single figures, I have endeavoured to tell my stories and experiences sitting in the stands, watching our team play. Like all of you, I am…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 5, 2022: Winston Hills Tigers JRLFC
Located alongside Northmead and Baulkham Hills, Winston Hills sits close to the heart of the Parramatta Eels catchment area. How appropriate then that the Winston Hills Tigers Junior Rugby League Club sits at the heart of its community, and it’s…
The Tip Sheet – 2022 Ep 47: Bill Richards And The Blue & Gold Alliance
The Tip Sheet is also available on Spotify and iTunes! Make sure to check out the latest Parra Stories on this topic from Sixties! Sixties and Forty20 had the privilege of sitting down with Bill Richards last week at Jacks…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 4 , 2022: The Blue And Gold Alliance
Bringing Parramatta People Back Home This year the Parramatta Eels celebrated their 75th anniversary. It was quite the milestone as the club has a rich history, with thousands of people who’ve contributed to legacy of the Eels. Imagine charging yourself…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 2, 2022: Greystanes Devils JRLFC
“The greatest pride is seeing all the kids living in their Devils gear… seeing how they absolutely love the Devils is something that this club should be proudest about” The Greystanes Devils JRLFC has produced NRL players such as Ryan…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 1, 2022: Hills Bulls Sports Club
“A Community Club With A Giant Heart” For nearly sixty years, Hills Bulls has been a name synonymous with the Parramatta District Junior Rugby League. Formed in 1963 by five locals at the Bull & Bush Hotel, it’s grown to…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 9, 2021: Seven Hills Kangaroos JRLFC
“Be A Roo In 22” The famous author T. S. Eliot was quoted as saying, “Every moment is a fresh beginning.” It may seem unusual to refer to the importance of beginnings when profiling a club with a seventy year…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 8, 2021: Canley Vale Kookas JRLFC
. “Once a Kooka Always A Kooka” The Canley Vale Kookas have embraced their community like a family for 58 years. This small club from the southern region of the Parramatta Junior Rugby League punch above their weight on the…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 7, 2021: Rouse Hill Rhinos JRLC
“Crashing Into A Bright Future” Back in 2007, a club in Sydney’s northwest had its humble beginnings in the kitchen of its first president. Those early committee members who met around Joanne Barry’s kitchen table would be rightly proud whenever…
Parramatta Stories – Issue 6, 2021: Baulkham Hills Brumbies JRLFC
“When parents are involved and having fun, the kids love it so much more.” These words, spoken by Baulkham Hills Brumbies Club President Daniel Essey, could easily apply to every parent/child activity. But when it comes to the Brumbies club,…