Since returning from the World Cup, Will Penisini has enjoyed what I consider to be his most impressive pre-season. He’s looked strong and assured in his training, and has consistently made the right decisions in both attack and defence…
Eels Pre-Season Training – January 23, 2023: Hodgson Is Human After All
Regular visitors to The Cumberland Throw would be well aware of the impression that Josh Hodgson has made at Eels training this preseason. From my perspective, his vision, leadership and play has been a revelation. As ridiculous as it sounds…
Eels Pre-Season Training – January 16 to 20, 2023: Who Passes The Audition?
A wise man said to me, “what most people call the preseason, I call the audition”. If ever that applies to a season then it’s this year for the Eels, especially when it comes to filling the holes in the…
Eels Pre-Season Training – January 11 & 13, 2023: Intensity Rises In Full Contact Session
Fellow Eels supporters, I am pleased to report that the beast known as “full contact opposed” has finally bared its teeth. The final session of the week had the Eels players donning either predominantly Blue or White jerseys and absolutely…
Eels Pre-Season Training – January 9, 2023: The Gutho, Hodgo, Hoppo Equation
How important are additions to a squad? Every team looks to field a stronger team than the season before, so aside from player development you need the new faces. So let’s take the simplest mathematical dive into 2023 – Josh…
Eels Pre-Season Training – January 6, 2023: Spinal Cohesion
For the last four seasons the Eels’ spine has been lauded as one of the strongest in the NRL. Gutherson has featured on Dally M leaderboards and earned Origin selection. Brown has matured as a five-eighth and represented the Kiwis,…
Eels Pre-Season Training – December 31, 2022: Mid Point Review
Every preseason, when the squad breaks for their Christmas holidays, I use the opportunity to compile a mid point review on the progress of the team, the individual players and the coaching input. In piecing this together, it’s interesting to…
The Tip Sheet – 2022 Ep 99: Talking Parra With PLC Directors
The Tip Sheet is also available on Spotify and iTunes! After recording our discussion with Eels General Manager of Football, Mark O’Neill, TCT was able to speak with Parramatta Leagues Club Directors Richard Foda, Joy Cusack and Darren Adam about…
Bumpers Up – December 24, 2022: Merry Christmas & Happy Birthday Edition
Christmas Eve is a special time for The Cumberland Throw. It marks the date that we first announced our arrival as a dedicated Parramatta Eels supporter site. Our birthday! A late December launch came after months of meeting, planning, website…
Rookie Watch 2023 Part 3 – NSW Cup
Rookie Watch 2023 concludes with a look at the NSW Cup squad and who could emerge from reserve grade to boost the Parramatta Eels in the NRL next year. Fans will be familiar with young talents like Sean Russell and…