The second week of Parramatta’s pre-season training has commenced and it remains a small squad at Saleyards. However, the addition of one player has already made a significant impact with Kaysa Pritchard immediately setting the standards in conditioning work. With…
Eels Pre-Season Training – November 10, 2017: Oh The Humanity!
The weather’s warming up, the sunscreen is being generously applied, but the grimaces have replaced the smiles at Saleyards. Indeed, venture down to Eels headquarters and you’re likely to be witnessing one of the more gruelling conditioning sessions in recent…
Jarryd Hayne – The Return of the Prodigal Son?
Do you know the parable of the Prodigal Son? The parable begins with a young man (let’s call him Jarryd), who asks his father (Parramatta) to give him his share of the estate so he can leave and become his own man…
Eels 2017 Season Review – Ready To Fly
“When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.” – Henry Ford Back in 2016, when off-field dramas had many believing that the world was caving…
National Youth Competition – Bidding A Fond Farewell
Ten years. What a ride it’s been for the National Youth Competition (NYC). So, as we draw the final curtain, it’s worth reflecting back on Parra’s journey. For those who stay to the end of this post, a special video…
Finals Tactics – Last Chance Saloon? It’s Time to Tame the Cowboys
After coming so close to upsetting premiership favourites, the Melbourne Storm, our Parramatta boys head into sudden death footy against finals surprise packets, the North Queensland Cowboys, at ANZ Stadium this Saturday night. Their spirited win against defending premiers, the…
Believe – Parra’s Future Is Now!
“If you can believe it, the mind can achieve it.” – Ronnie Lott (American football Hall of Famer) Belief. This is where the journey to success in any endeavour begins. Without this foundation, there is little to build from. Let…
Finals Tactics – Storm Warning? I smell Finals!
There’s always something about the air come early September. I don’t know about the rest of you, but I smell finals footy (for some of you it may just be hay fever however, please ensure you’re looking after yourselves!) and…
Knights Analysis – Patience is a Virtue
How good is it to be an Eels fan right now, Blue & Gold army? 6 wins in a row & we’re now contesting for a Top 4 spot. Hands up if you thought this at the start of the year? (I…
Honouring Tim Mannah – A 200 Game Blue And Gold Warrior
In this era of full time professional NRL players, those who finish their careers as one club players are fast becoming the minority. Even rarer are those who clock up the magical 200 game figure for their club. This week’s…