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                  Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin > SuperEel 22 June 11, 2026 at 10:54am

                  Supereel22 We literally just had a One Eyed Eel poll, and 95% of our members — genuine, engaged fans — agreed it would be in Parramatta’s best interests to replace the Head of Football. That wasn’t a rigged vote, it was a clear reflection of growing frustration around recruitment, retention, and the overall direction of the football department.

                  So for you to jump on here and single me out as the lone voice calling for change just shows how out of touch you are with the broader Parramatta fan base.

                  This isn’t about one person’s opinion — it’s about where the majority of supporters see the club heading.

                  Stop singling out individuals who speak up against how the club is run,  and put your own blog up on why its in Parramatta’s best interests to stick with the the current people running the club - the people fans voted against  - so we can understand why and where the club is headed.
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                    LB > Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin June 11, 2026 at 10:58am

                    What has that got do with what we have saying? Nothing about support for them, it is stating the facts about how we have signed juniors.
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              LB > Mad Mick Mcginty June 11, 2026 at 9:47am

              So Petrus was the only junior they were there to see? How many juniors from other clubs have PNG signed? They have so far signed Johnston, 33. Luai, 31. Watson, 32. Lees, 30. All over 30 when PNG enter the competition. They are also looking at Williams, 32 and To'o, 30. They are getting older heads and using their local grown talent that live in PNG already.

              Not saying he wont go, hell i reckon at some point he might after a few years decide to do it. But for an early part of his career where a bunch of players are going for 2 year deals for a good pay check then getting the hell out of there it seems. Nobody is signing long term deals. I think you will find a lot of players, like Petrus, might wait and see how the franchise goes after a couple of seasons before commiting. 

              Could be way off and he has signed with PNG to honor his heritage. It makes sense and wouldn't be surprised but now PNG are looking at SL and London Broncos, as they have an influx of PNG players over there. There is a reason players are only signing 2 year deals, are in the back end of the careers going there and no top notch juniors aren't seen going there or linked to go there. 

              But also, Ryda Talagi's family got close with Penrith when they signed Blaize and he decided to stay at Parramatta. 

              MON has said a lot of our top juniors are signed long term, let's see if he is telling the truth. 
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                Mad Mick Mcginty > LB June 11, 2026 at 10:48am

                Whats up your nose. Didn't say the he was the only oneGrimma was there to see . Only said what i was noticing between and both parties. As I said only saying. Give me a break 
    • Yehez > LB June 10, 2026 at 7:37pm

      Kitione, Su'A, Funa-Iuta and Petrus are more than fine options as edges. Add in Williams and Latu who could contribute there. 

      Blore is unnecessary. 
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        LB > Yehez June 10, 2026 at 11:15pm

        Su'A and Kautoga/Williams are the edges for next year. Petrus pushes for 2028 starting. 

        Very interesting year for Williams and Hopgood. Both off-contract, with Koina, Talagi and Petrus coming through and all three being 21 in 2028, does the club let Williams and Hopgood walk to usher in the kids, they will be cheaper too.

        I think that is the eventual plan. A forward pack of:

        8. Tuivaiti

        9. Da Silva

        10. Brown/Talagi (the other on the bench)

        11. Su'A

        12. Petrus

        13. Koina
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    Mitchy > Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin June 10, 2026 at 8:51pm

    Chief,like the avatar by the way mate.

    I mentioned Shawn a while back; he would be decent but I would assume going to Wests / Us he would receive too much $$$$ if I am being honest - but its the work ethic and aggression - he is also an old Lethbridge Park kid from years back....
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      Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin > Mitchy June 10, 2026 at 9:49pm

      Yes thx Mitchy.  I was just talking about the dragons recruitment as a whole,  they've picked up a few games changers.  I just hope we get someone. 
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    Vasily Arkhipov > Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin June 10, 2026 at 10:56pm

    Have you considered reaching out to the Parramatta Board and offering your assistance?.You clearly are passionate about Recuitment & Retention. I think you would shine! 
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      Cʜɪᴇғy Mclovin > Vasily Arkhipov June 10, 2026 at 11:08pm

      

      Yes I have, but they rejected my application as they've said my high school certificate meant I was too highly qualified for the role. They also said that if I look up a position as a woolworths trolly collector they may reconsider