Rumours and Stuff

[Glenneel]

G’day all
Apologies if this is on the wrong thread and /or it’s already posted elsewhere, but I’m saddened to learn that “Parra Pete” Montgomery has passed away. Parra was larger than life, absolutely obsessed with our Eels, but most importantly an incredible human being. He was and always will be an icon of Hay and Country Rugby League in general. Adored by all who knew him, Parra contributed significantly across many sectors of life, was mischievous, loved any sort of banter and went above and beyond to help anyone who needed it.
Parra touched the lives of so many and will be incredibly missed.
RIP mate.

Sad day, never met him, but was a very passionate Eels supporter and had a few very funny Dad jokes. RIP!

 

[Glenneel]

He’s only 31 if he can keep his form and fitness up no reason he can’t play for another 3-4 years ( on a reduced contract
He could still add a lot of value playing role coming off the bench and mentoring the next generation

Played long minutes and extremely well for Samoa against Tonga. Good signs for next year.

 

[Poupou Escobar]

He’s obviously an adult, but by kid I mean he’s still growing in the game, learning the game, he’s nowhere near the finished package

Hayne won his second Dally M at age 26.

 

[Timana]

And how poor were Cleary and Munster. Cleary seemed frantic all match and Munster only had 1 highlight moment and very quite otherwise. The Pommy team, very poor, and Williams needs to go to halfback, get a better 5/8 and make changes to their forwards who set a very poor platform for their backs.

I still think you don't need the likes of Cleary in reps.every player are excellent. You need the players that can pull something out of nothing like reece, Hayne, ingliss et al

I reckon moses is better suited

Chin needs the ball but Harry won't be giving him the ball all the time. If yeo was on, chin might get more ball. So now he looks like he's gotta pull something out of nothing

 

[Stevie]

Apparently Pezet was returning from holidays on the weekend for a fitness test this week so I’d say we’ll have an officially confirmation of our new #6 for 2026 any day now.

Nov 1 on Saturday so lots of excitement to unfold I think over coming weeks.

Very excited, go Parra!

 

[Delboy]

Apparently Pezet was returning from holidays on the weekend for a fitness test this week so I’d say we’ll have an officially confirmation of our new #6 for 2026 any day now.

Nov 1 on Saturday so lots of excitement to unfold I think over coming weeks.

Very excited, go Parra!

Let’s hope that the front office is back from their so called study tour ( aka rort) to the UK in time to make decisions .

 

[Stevie]

Players that anre available on Saturday id love to go after for 2027….

Sam Stonestreet Sharks
Beau Fermor Titans
Viliami Kikau Dogs
Siua Wong Chooks
Angus Crighton Chooks
Jesse Arthars Broncos
Jake Averillo Dolphins
Jamayne Isako Dolphins
Tolu Koula Manly
Nick Meaney Storm
Will Warbrick Storm
Jason Purdue Cows
Jackson Paulo Cows
Murray Taulagi Cows
Lyndsey Smith Panthers
Luke Garner Panthers
Scott Sorensen Panthers
Keon Koloamatangi Souths

Why did I go ahead and put this list together? Partially as I’m back in hospital waiting to see a doctor. Partially because I feel like as fans we’ve waited for ages to get to this moment and it’s almost here.

Ryles has played this perfectly by making tough decisions early. 26 we still have some restrictions but we’ve probably never been in this good a cap position, with this clear a strategy for the club and roster, like ever!

I think 28/29 we have a genuine shot at a premiership.

Those are only SOME of the names available that popped up to me as regular, decent first grade players that improve us.

Imagine we sign an Isaako and Crighton or and number of centre/backrower/middle, we become an outstanding roster (I think).

With Ryles at the helm and 2nd and 3rd season under his systems and a roster he puts on the park I think we have a seriously bright few years ahead.

I wouldn’t be surprised if we go hard on centres/wingers and Penisini isn’t here in 27.

 

[Pazza]

Koula & Koloamatangi plzzzzz

 

[Twizzle]

Angus Crighton please

 

[T-Boon]

Jack Afamasaga
2004-5

Oh well done. I don't know what wordle is but you just won it.

 

[T-Boon]

My nickname for Tino will have to be Five-ayes the second.

 

[emjaycee]

My nickname for Tino will have to be Five-ayes the second.

Playing on a modern theme you could just call him 2FA

 

[RealdEel]

 

[Stevie]

Solid re-signing I think he is coming along nicely.

 

[lucablight]

Tested the market then re-signed a few days later?

 

[Poupou Escobar]

It's only a one year extension.

 

[Parrapat]

Tested the market then re-signed a few days later?

The market responded with a deafening silence.

 

[Parrapat]

Angus Crighton please

I second this.

 

[Parrapat]

Players that anre available on Saturday id love to go after for 2027….

Sam Stonestreet Sharks
Beau Fermor Titans
Viliami Kikau Dogs
Siua Wong Chooks
Angus Crighton Chooks
Jesse Arthars Broncos
Jake Averillo Dolphins
Jamayne Isako Dolphins
Tolu Koula Manly
Nick Meaney Storm
Will Warbrick Storm
Jason Purdue Cows
Jackson Paulo Cows
Murray Taulagi Cows
Lyndsey Smith Panthers
Luke Garner Panthers
Scott Sorensen Panthers
Keon Koloamatangi Souths

Why did I go ahead and put this list together? Partially as I’m back in hospital waiting to see a doctor. Partially because I feel like as fans we’ve waited for ages to get to this moment and it’s almost here.

Ryles has played this perfectly by making tough decisions early. 26 we still have some restrictions but we’ve probably never been in this good a cap position, with this clear a strategy for the club and roster, like ever!

I think 28/29 we have a genuine shot at a premiership.

Those are only SOME of the names available that popped up to me as regular, decent first grade players that improve us.

Imagine we sign an Isaako and Crighton or and number of centre/backrower/middle, we become an outstanding roster (I think).

With Ryles at the helm and 2nd and 3rd season under his systems and a roster he puts on the park I think we have a seriously bright few years ahead.

I wouldn’t be surprised if we go hard on centres/wingers and Penisini isn’t here in 27.

Sorry to hear you're in the hospital, mate, I hope all is well for you and yours.

Thanks for the list, out of them all I'd absolutely love to see us snag Angus Crichton. With him on board, de Belin and NAS in the pack, Pezet at 5/8 we're on for jagging a premiership in 2026!