Hey Parra Fans, Welcome to this week’s issue of TCT Golden Point. This week I am exploring modern technology saturation, its impact on the game, and whether/why after 10 years in practice, the bunker might need a new coat of…
From The Stands – April 9, 2026: The Moments That A Team Cannot Control
Fact vs Opinion; it’s nothing new in rugby league. Fan bases are naturally passionate and one eyed. As a fan base, Eels supporters are no better, no worse than other clubs. We all have our opinions. Unfortunately, my pregame opinion…
Post Game Grades – 2026 Round 5 vs Tigers
The Cumberland Throw’s patented, award winning post game grades for the Parramatta Eels’ round 5 2026 clash with the Wests Tigers
The Preview – Round 5, 2026: Eels vs Tigers
In writing these previews for however many years it has been (I started before set restarts were a thing, I believe), I have well and truly exhausted all of my Easter puns, gags and clever factoids. I have parted the…
From The Stands – April 3, 2026: How Is Your Parra Glass Looking?
Step up to the Eels supporter bar. How would you like your metaphor served? Glass half full or empty? So, you’re looking at the half empty glass as a starter… There were obviously things that disappointed you last Saturday. Let’s…
TCT Golden Point – Easter Edition – 3 April 2026 – The 3 P’s for Parramatta Fans
Hey Parra Fans, Welcome to this week’s issue of TCT Golden Point: an “in the news” focused weekly column about all things Parramatta Eels and Rugby league in general. This weeks piece focuses less on what’s in the news and…
Post Game Grades – 2026 Round 4 vs Panthers
The Cumberland Throw’s patented, award winning post game grades for the Parramatta Eels’ round 4 2026 clash with the Penrith Panthers
The Spotlight – March 29, 2026: Eels Roster Crisis
There is no way of ignoring it. The Eels are in a roster crisis and unless there is a signing or two in the near future, the potential for further problems will only grow. Let’s look at the facts. The…
The Preview – Round 4, 2026: Eels vs Panthers
Writing a preview for this clash feels a bit like being forced to dig my own grave before I get kicked into it. All signs, formlines and sacrificial omens suggest an unpleasant night is ahead for the men in Blue…
TCT Golden Point – March 26, 2026: Long-Term Approaches, Club-Level Culture and Weaponised Haberdashery
Hey Parra fans, Welcome to this week’s issue of TCT Golden Point: an “in the news” focused weekly column about all things Parramatta Eels and Rugby league in general. As always, I hope you find it insightful and engaging.…