On the surface, a victory over the Gold Coast Titans may seem like no great feat to crow about. After all, this was a team that was a popular choice for the wooden spoon, and an easy target for the…
Stay Strong – Support Brad Arthur And The Players
Unlike many of my posts, finding the right words to express my thoughts about this salary cap debacle has been a difficult process. I’m used to writing about something as uncomplicated as football. Furthermore, Miatch has already written a great…
Analysing The Loss – But Maintaining The Rage!
Losing to the Cowboys was a bitter pill. In a match which was likely to define just how far the Eels team has come in less than 12 months, it was frustrating to have that opportunity taken away from the…
A Test Of Character – And A Time To Shine
This post requires a preface. It’s an opinion piece driven by the times. As a Parramatta Eels fan in the vintage category, I’ve seen my share of tough times. Yet nothing in the history of my beloved Eels club compares…
Eels Training Report – Opposed Session (April 20)
Warm and sunny conditions greeted the Eels today for their final training session before heading north to take on the Cowboys. Although the conditions were not as humid as Townsville, it was nonetheless ideal weather in the lead up to…
Eels Training Session – Preparing For The Cowboys (April 18)
In mild conditions the Eels took to the field today for a late morning skills/field session. The field currently in use certainly looks to be a fast track. The second field has been out of use lately and looks in…
Stat Attack: Preview – Round 7, Eels vs Sea Eagles
Here we go again, Manly and Parra. It never gets old. With these two arch rivals, no matter where they are on the ladder, the clashes are always looked forward to and the fans of both sides write these matches down…
The Panthers’ Loss – Perspective and Analysis
Losses are inevitable in a competition as long and as demanding as the NRL. The defeats may be disappointing, but as fans we should expect to experience that sinking feeling even in successful years. So with Parramatta’s loss to the…
Stat Attack: Preview – Round 5, Eels vs Panthers
As an extension to my usual weekly statistical review post, I have decided to provide the numbers that may help you to select the winner of “The Battle of the West”. It is one of the great local derbies/rivalries on…
The Eels Forwards – A Strength That Defies The Critics
When the season previews were being prepared by various media outlets, a common theme was noticeable amongst the experts. Although many believed that an improved season was on the cards for the Eels, they also raised question marks about the…