Eels in the media

[King-Gutho94]

He knows it's a big rivalry, but isn't sure why.

To be honest, it's a fair point - until recently, our only thing we had in common was that we were both representing Western Sydney.

In recent times, they've surpassed our achievements with a 20-year handicap on them, and it has reignited the rivalry.

But it sort of came out of nowhere - in the early 2000's, I don't recall a big fuss being made of the "Western Sydney derby" whenever we played Penrith.

Yeah we had bigger rivalries with Bulldogs & Manly for a lot longer.

I would probably put Penrith in that bucket now simply because we have played each other in a GF and the past 4-5 years in plenty of big games & finals that have had controversy and big moments/close finishes.

Like since 2020 we had Moses miss a penalty goal after the siren in 2021, we also lost a semi final by 2 points where we were completely dudded.

In 2022 we beat Penrith twice including Chinboy getting sent off, we then played them in 2 more finals including a GF.

Last year we had the 2 point Cleary FG after the siren that sent the game to Extra time and Moses winning it Golden Point.

Throw in the likes of Reg, Carty, Michael Jennings in the past decade coming across as well.

The rivalry has got bigger in the past 5 years and i think for the next 10-15 years will be like when we play the Dogs and Manly.

Plus Penrith have found some bandwagoners now so they actually have a larger fanbase.

 

[The Colonel]

https://au.sports.yahoo.com/wish-found-brad-arthur-eels-010000197.html

Decent article on Cartwright....

 

[Pazza]

Front loading..it's like magic

 

[Angry_eel]

I must admit Cartwright is a patient guy though. He went through a while without seeing any first grade. He's worked hard for his spot.

 

[Pazza]

BAs next project.... Josh Schuster

 

[Obscene Assassin]

BAs next project.... Josh Schuster

If he re-signs I can see it being Doorey. Took a year for him to get his fitness levels and what we saw in NSW cup was the start of his push to be an 80 minute edge player in the NRL.

 

[hindy111]

He knows it's a big rivalry, but isn't sure why.

To be honest, it's a fair point - until recently, our only thing we had in common was that we were both representing Western Sydney.

In recent times, they've surpassed our achievements with a 20-year handicap on them, and it has reignited the rivalry.

But it sort of came out of nowhere - in the early 2000's, I don't recall a big fuss being made of the "Western Sydney derby" whenever we played Penrith.

We've gone from Big brother to little brother. Kind of become their bitches.

 

[yy_cheng]

Bailey Simonsson Seeks Eels Extension while Zac Lomax is Linked to Parramatta

Bailey Simonsson, a centre player for the Eels, has declared his commitment to secure a permanent spot in the team's

leagueinitiative.com

 

[Twizzle]

^^^

The Red V has allegedly rejected Lomax’s plea to discuss contractual matters with other teams. Parramatta is reportedly engrossed in bringing in the dynamic back towards the western side of Sydney, where he would presumably serve as a centre player.

 

[84 Baby]

That Indian chatbot sure knows his rugby league

Edit - lol that’s probably the greatest article ever.

However, his proficient performance at left centre last year is still remembered, evident by the eight tries in seven State of Origin matches.

 

[84 Baby]

Simonsson displayed confidence stating, “Whilst I currently perform a winger’s duties, I am ready to extend my best performance if required to centre play.”

I remember that comment well from Fox League

 

[84 Baby]

Despite an initial hesitation due to Moses’ groin injury during the Canterbury match victorious conclusion, he assured a full recovery from it. He stated, “Despite a minor pull while kicking, it has gotten better with the passage of the game. It’s alright now.”

 

[hindy111]

^^^

The Red V has allegedly rejected Lomax’s plea to discuss contractual matters with other teams. Parramatta is reportedly engrossed in bringing in the dynamic back towards the western side of Sydney, where he would presumably serve as a centre player.

?.

 

[Soren Lorenson]

You should source this stuff. Just so you don't get in trouble.......
Sometimes the best of us slip up.

It is sourced you goose.

 

[lucablight]

Yeah we had bigger rivalries with Bulldogs & Manly for a lot longer.

I would probably put Penrith in that bucket now simply because we have played each other in a GF and the past 4-5 years in plenty of big games & finals that have had controversy and big moments/close finishes.

Like since 2020 we had Moses miss a penalty goal after the siren in 2021, we also lost a semi final by 2 points where we were completely dudded.

In 2022 we beat Penrith twice including Chinboy getting sent off, we then played them in 2 more finals including a GF.

Last year we had the 2 point Cleary FG after the siren that sent the game to Extra time and Moses winning it Golden Point.

Throw in the likes of Reg, Carty, Michael Jennings in the past decade coming across as well.

The rivalry has got bigger in the past 5 years and i think for the next 10-15 years will be like when we play the Dogs and Manly.

Plus Penrith have found some bandwagoners now so they actually have a larger fanbase.

I highly doubt they have a bigger fan base than us. How many games do they sell out?

 

[yy_cheng]

‘Wish I came here earlier’: Eels star’s candid admission ahead of Panthers grudge match

‘Wish I came here earlier’: Eels star’s candid admission ahead of Panthers grudge match

www.foxsports.com.au

 

[King-Gutho94]

I highly doubt they have a bigger fan base than us. How many games do they sell out?

Yeah I didnt finish my sentence off well. They have a larger fan base now then what they had 10-15 years ago.

We have them covered but no doubt the Penrith Community are more behind them now then ever before and it's still a growing area I reckon they can catch up very easily.

Kids growing up love jumping on a winner.

 

[TheRam]

‘Wish I came here earlier’: Eels star’s candid admission ahead of Panthers grudge match

‘Wish I came here earlier’: Eels star’s candid admission ahead of Panthers grudge match

www.foxsports.com.au

See now that is how you speak about the club and coach you play for(not the first time either) and when it is time for contract talks you are willing to take at little bit less, just like Carty has, which can help keep the best players together and have the right depth to win a title or two.

Not push and push for every possible cent you and your manager can get out of the club and drag it out for months in the media and thus influence other players in the squad to follow suit.

Yes Gutho and Moses, I'm looking squarely at both of you two merkins. Shameful carry ons from both of you and not what you want to see from your two most senior players.

Carty take a bow. I applaud you. You have come of age young man. He is quickly becoming my favorite Parra player now. If he maintains his stellar form of 2023 and this season both on and off the ball, he will be our best forward and rival RCG as the leader of the pack.

Champion.

 

[King-Gutho94]

See now that is how you speak about the club and coach you play for(not the first time either) and when it is time for contract talks you are willing to take at little bit less, just like Carty has, which can help keep the best players together and have the right depth to win a title or two.

Not push and push for every possible cent you and your manager can get out of the club and drag it out for months in the media and thus influence other players in the squad to follow suit.

Yes Gutho and Moses, I'm looking squarely at both of you two merkins. Shameful carry ons from both of you and not what you want to see from your two most senior players.

Carty take a bow. I applaud you. You have come of age young man. He is quickly becoming my favorite Parra player now. If he maintains his stellar form of 2023 and this season both on and off the ball, he will be our best forward and rival RCG as the leader of the pack.

Champion.

A shame his form wasn't quite there in 2022 when we made the GF.

Could have made a huge difference. And then moved Papali'i to come off the bench.

I would have had carty on the bench anyway but i understand why he wasn't.

 

[TheRam]

A shame his form wasn't quite there in 2022 when we made the GF.

Could have made a huge difference. And then moved Papali'i to come off the bench.

I would have had carty on the bench anyway but i understand why he wasn't.

Spot on. In the form he has been displaying he most definitely would have made at least some much needed positive difference, especially in the early part of the game while everyone else was sleeping and totally off the pace.

But mind you I still think the game up in Townsville the week before had the largest negative influence on our fatigued squad more than anything else.