For me, nobody in rugby league has handled themselves better than BA this year.
So many times this year he could have lost the plot.
Blamed the refs, blamed the club, blamed the past.
He has taken all the responsibility all the rumours all the media BS and has been an absolute shining light.
If we sign Foran it will only be for BA. And I can see why Foran wants to play under him.
Long story short. Whilst ever BA is in charge I know the Eels are heading in the right direction and we haven't become the "basketcase" that the fools in the media are calling us.
However if BA does get ousted, it will take a long time for me to return to the Eels.
The club better keep it's word and stick with BA.
For me he exemplifies what Parramatta is all about.
Meeting adversity head on with integrity.
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Exactly look at the Storm - they had a few tough years before they become one of the most dominate forces for the best part of a decade. As a team i've seen enough to know we're building and heading in the right direction. Our current side is lacking some polish and experience and a little leadership. I think with Scott coming and hopefully Foran we will start to have a very competitive squad. Plus guys like Tepai and Junior Paulo will have another season under their belts. People keep forgetting that we have a very young side. Norman is only 22 and Peats 24.
If we stick with a core team plus some of the good juniors we have coming through we will be ok. Plus guys like Scott and Foran have the ability to attract players to the club.