Without question, 2025 has been a challenging year for Eels fans. Wins have been tough to come by but we are witnessing the genesis of a new team, one filled with young stars of the future. Here at The Cumberland…
A Personal Update – Confronting Dementia
On May 27, my world as I knew it came crashing down. With the cry “Craig, I don’t know who I am!” my mother’s instant dementia was announced as she awoke that day. For most of the population, even those…
Off The Cumberland Fence Special Series, The Greatest – Part 2: Winger
Before we get into the wingers, I want to thank the TCT community for the feedback and terrific engagement on the Fullbacks piece. I will just single out one piece of feedback for special attention. To my old friend Josh…
TCT Special Feature: Physical Disability Rugby League
The Tip Sheet is also available on Spotify and iTunes! Later this month in Paris, over 4000 amazing athletes will compete across 22 sports in the 2024 Paralympic Games. Back in Australia there’s another inspiring group of athletes playing…
Vale: Ron “Thirsty” Lynch – Eels Hall Of Fame Player
The Cumberland Throw is saddened to learn of the passing of Eels legend, Ron Lynch. Born in 1939, Ron grew up in the NSW country town of Young. After moving to Forbes for work, he came to prominence in rugby…
TCT Live This Sunday At Parra Leagues – With John Muggleton
Parra Leagues was absolutely buzzing in Round One, especially after the Eels disposed of the Bulldogs in convincing fashion. If you were in Sterlos Sports Bar on that Saturday night, then you heard Steve Ella giving his takes on the…
TCT Live This Saturday At Parra Leagues – With Steve Ella And David Liddiard
The Cumberland Throw is proud to announce that we are returning to Parra Leagues in 2024 with the live version of our podcast. It all kicks off at 8pm this Saturday after the big game between the Eels and the…
Vale Leo Keith Hawkins – My Father
Over the years, I’ve written a number of tributes. They’ve been dedicated to former Eels players or people close to the Cumberland Throw. This time, I’m writing about my own father, Leo Keith Hawkins. Dad was the reason for me…
Welcome Aboard Big Swing Golf Northmead
TCT is incredibly proud to announce we have entered into a partnership agreement with Big Swing Golf at Northmead. You’ll soon see the Big Swing Golf logos appearing on The Cumberland Throw and it’s our pleasure to be able to link…
Parramatta Eels Round 1 Team List – Final Prediction
Back on October 24 last year I had a crack at predicting the Eels Round 1 team list. Not one metre of preseason conditioning had been run at that stage, but what NRL fan doesn’t enjoy trying to tip who’ll…