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Parramatta are fresh off the bye as they host the Gold Coast Titans but they are without Mitchell Moses and Dylan Brown...so how will they fare? The Tip Sheet look at the ways in which the Eels can win in Round 16 and how the new look combination of Dean Hawkins and Joash Papalii will handle the contest. NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg previews against the Newcastle Knights are also on the table as the Eels look to bounce back from losses against the Warriors in both grades last week. Sixties and Forty20 also do a quick breakdown of the NRLW and Harvey Normans Women's Premiership trial at Kellyville on Saturday as both competition gear up ahead of Round 1.

They don't get much bigger than Jim Sarantinos when it comes to special guests as The Tip Sheet welcomes the CEO of the Parramatta Eels on to the show to talk about a broad range of topics for the Blue & Gold. Sixties and Forty20 discuss key topics involving the club from top to bottom with Sarantinos including the NRLW, NRLW and junior pathways as well as recruitment and retention and the opportunities for the Eels off the field. For those that tune in for the usual Tuesday run sheet, fear not - we have you covered. The boys will break down all of the happenings out of Parradise and the NRL and take a final gander at the looming second game in State of Origin.

Even with the NRL on the bye there is plenty to preview for the Parramatta Eels as The Tip Sheet tackles a massive Saturday for the NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg against the New Zealand Warriors. Sixties and Forty20 also cover the painful news that Mitchell Moses is facing a stint on the sideline with a calf strain. Offsetting that is the positive news of Jezaiah Funa-Iuta's selection to the NSW Under 19s and with his week in camp it gives Christopher Petrus a chance to step up to the Jersey Flegg tomorrow.

It is a simplified Team List Tuesday this week with only the NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg in action but The Tip Sheet careens forwards nonetheless! Sixties and Forty20 dive into all the happenings from Parradise as well as the wider code.

The Canterbury Bulldogs were able to outlast the Parramatta Eels in Round 14 on the back of a crushing tidal wave of possession. While the Eels fought valiantly against one of the form teams of the competition, they were locked out of the contest in the second half as the Bulldogs set up camp in Parramatta's half. Sixties and Forty20 react to the 30-12 loss as they look at where it went wrong for Jason Ryles and his men, what was out of their control and what needs to happen as the club heads into a bye next week.

Another week, another monster rivalry clash for the Parramatta Eels as they shape up against the table-topping Canterbury Bulldogs in Round 14. Forty20 and Chris Ricketts look at the tale of the tape for all 3 grades as the NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg take on the Roosters on Sunday. The Eels were barely pipped by a rejuvenated Penrith outfit last week - how does that position them for the Dogs this week? Will Lachlan Galvin play for this week and what does that mean for the opposition? The boys tackle all the big questions before putting it all the line with their bold picks.

In something of a quieter week across the code, the Parramatta Eels and Canterbury Bulldogs are gearing up for a King's Birthday showdown. Forty20 and Chris Ricketts launch into another episode of The Tip Sheet to bring you all the latest, if slim, pickings from Parradise. What is wrong with Brisbane? The Broncos are spiraling and their talent laden roster is getting worse at football by the week. Who is at fault and will the cracks open up opportunities for other clubs to pounce? The Warriors have been rocked by the news that star Origin forward Mitch Barnett has sustained an ACL injury. How badly does it impact and what do the Blues do? Speaking of Origin – do Queensland even get it? Their Game 1 loss has Canetoads scrambling from all corners croaking for changes – the boys discuss what they should do.

The Tip Sheet breaks down the Round 13 clash between the Eels and Panthers as Sixties and Forty20 dissect a heartbreaking loss that featured some incredible football from both sides. Join the live reaction as the boys break down a genuinely quality loss as odds as that sounds.

The Eels are playing a home-away-from-home game against the Penrith Panthers and The Tip Sheet is fired up with the club also chasing a 3rd straight victory. Sixties and Forty20 have plenty to cover this week, including some sad news and the results out of the 2 State of Origin clashes that took place. All 3 grades face the Panthers this weekend starting with the Jersey Flegg in a Top 4 clash at St Marys. The boys look at the exciting match-up that features 2 more SG Ball graduates in Cameron Bamblett and Dom Farrugia. The NSW Cup play the curtain-raiser at CommBank and will be looking to keep in touch with the top of the table while the NRL fixture sees a galaxy of stars backing up from Origin. Can the Eels pile more misery upon the reigning premiers?

The Parramatta Eels came out of Round 12 with hugely conflicted feelings. On the one hand they swept their bitter arch-rivals in the Sea Eagles across the NRL, NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg. That euphoria was heavily undercut by the news that Lachlan Galvin had made the decision to defect to the Bulldogs. The Tip Sheet tackles the good and the bad to come out of the week that was for the Eels as Sixties, Forty20 and Chris Ricketts go live on Team List Tuesday. How does Galvin's decision impact Canterbury? That thought experiment will dominate the NRL news with reports about the futures of Reed Mahoney and Toby Sexton already causing stirs. Throw in a fiery confrontation between Phil Gould and Michael Chammas on 100% Footy and the question is getting asked – will this destabilise the top of the table Dogs? The show rounds out with some sundry NRL news and the latest from both State of Origin camps ahead of Wednesday night's clash.

Missing Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax, playing their 5th debutante of the season and down Will Penisini for 78 minutes of the game - the Parramatta Eels delivered their most impressive showing of the season as they rolled the Manly Sea Eagles with aggression and physicality. The Tip Sheet reacts live to a huge win for Jason Ryles as Sixties and Forty20 look at the big moments and what it means for the Blue & Gold as they provisionally ascend 4 places on the ladder.

The Tip Sheet previews Parramatta's Round 12 clash against the Manly Sea Eagles with both teams impacted by State of Origin. Sixties and Forty20 discuss how the Eels can overcome the losses of Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax and whether another debut is on the cards. The NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg also take on the Sea Eagles with the Flegg facing the exceedingly rare circumstances of meeting their opposition in consecutive weeks. Graduates from the SG Ball are now entrenching themselves into the Under 21s and the boys look at how the team is faring in this transitional period. News out of Parradise surrounding a long-rumoured quartet of re-signings is also on the docket while Sixties breaks down the latest developments in the Lachlan Galvin situation as he and the Wests Tigers accelerate towards a parting.

Origin now looms large and its impact on the Parramatta Eels is significant as the Blue & Gold lose star plays Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax. The Tip Sheet discusses how Jason Ryles plans to navigate the chaos of representative footy as Sixties, Forty20 and Chris Ricketts get stuck into a massive docket of news. Stunning solo tries, shock coaching news for the Bears and a wave of injuries dominate the NRL news this week as the show slices up all the choice bits of information from the rest of the code.

Join Sixties and Forty20 as they run their eyes over a critical win for the Eels that was built on a strong defensive effort. With the Eels securing their 3rd win of the season The Tip Sheet looks at what it means for the season with Origin looming around the corner.

The Parramatta Eels and Newcastle Knights are both desperate for a win in Round 11 - so who prevails? The Tip Sheet previews a critical game for the Blue & Gold as Jason Ryles finally gets to deploy Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax within the same game. Ryles also hands out an opportunity to another rookie this week with Toni Mataele earning his first NRL cap. Can the Eels win the day and close the gap on a crowded bottom of the ladder? Originally only the NSW Cup were scheduled to be in action this week but the Jersey Flegg Cup will play a catch-up against the Sea Eagles after their postponed Round 4 clash. Both teams have a horde of reinforcements this week after tough losses against the Bulldogs - will it be enough to bounce back?

There are still a harrowing handful of days to navigate but the Parramatta Eels are poised to finally unleash MOMAX on the NRL after nearly 3 months of the competition. The Tip Sheet explores how and what Mitchell Moses and Zac Lomax can do to elevate the team as the Eels hunt their third win of the season. The other TLT bomb comes in the form of the NRL debut for Toni Mataele. Sixties and Forty20 look at Toni's path to first grade and why he has earned the call up against the Newcastle Knights. The NRL news becomes a PNG takeover this week as Joey Grima joins the show to bring the latest from Papua New Guinea and how the expansion franchise is warming to the colossal task of joining the NRL. Joey, a key figure in shaping and developing the PNG pathways, shares his candid insights on the critical process he is overseeing while also reflecting on how the junior Eels fared in 2025.

Sixties and Forty20 react to Parramatta's 20-16 loss to the Dolphins in Round 10. The Blue & Gold ended up going down by just 4-points in a game where they failed to capitalise on several key scoring opportunities including a last gasp effort down the left sideline.

The Tip Sheet – 2025 Ep 49: Round 10 Previews by The Cumberland Throw

Can a week go by without the Parramatta Eels copping another kick to gut? Sixties and Forty20 discuss another terrible slice of bad luck for the club as young star Sam Tuivaiti has been ruled out until Rounds 19 or 20 with a high ankle sprain. The Tip Sheet reviews the weekend action including glory for the girls in the Lisa Fiaola and Tarsha Gale, heart break for the SG Ball and drama aplenty for the NRL. Churn and burn in the Eastern Suburbs with Dominic Young free to leave – who are his ideal suitors? State of Origin in around the corner and selection speculation is starting to ramp. Who's who for the Blues? Are Queensland in quicksand?

The agony of defeat and the ecstasy of victory. The Parramatta Eels felt the highest highs and the lowest lows today as the Lisa Fiaola Cup and Tarsha Gale Cup secured historic premierships while the SG Balls had one hand on the title before stumbling at the very last. Sixties and Forty20 bring you a comprehensive review of all the action raw and unfiltered on The Tip Sheet.

The Tip Sheet comes to you live after the closing exchanges of Parramatta's Round 9 match against the Cronulla Sharks. Sixties and Forty20 review the result and look at where the game was won and lost as the Eels look to conjure up a second consecutive win in Magic Round.

A historic Saturday looms for the Parramatta Eels as the Lisa Fiaola, Tarsha Gale and SG Ball Cup squads all fight for their respective titles at Leichardt Oval. The Tip Sheet breaks out the big guns for the special occasion as Sixties and Forty20 are joined by AJ Lucantonio and Steve Georgallis to take a deep dive into the three grand finals. It is unprecedented coverage as the shows reveals the key threats and difference makers for both the Eels and the Roosters. That goes to another level with the candid insight provided by Georgallis and the perspective his wealth of coaching knowledge adds. Soak it all up in preparation for a monster Saturday where TCT will be ready to bring all the highs and (hopefully zero) lows from Parramatta's chase for glory across three grades.

The Parramatta Eels will kick off Magic Round, or at least the NRL portion of it, as they face down the Cronulla Sharks on Friday night. Sixties and Forty20 preview the head-to-head contest as Jason Ryles looks to secure his first set of consecutive victories at the club. The boys look at the key match-ups across the park and how Charlie Guymer will go as he steps onto the edge to replace the suspended Kelma Tuilagi. There are also a pair of huge games out at Henson Park as the Eels and the Jets clash in the NSW Cup and Jersey Flegg in a Top 4 double-header. Spectators should get their moneys worth on Saturday will all four teams in top form and the boys discuss how the Eels can topple their fellow contenders.

What a week ahead for the Parramatta Eels! Not only are the NRL squad hunting a break through back-to-back win against the Cronulla Sharks in Magic Round, there are three – yes THREE – Junior Representative squads fighting for glory on the weekend. The Tip Sheet also wades into the murky waters of NRL's officiating interpretations following a psychotic weekend where 18 players were sin binned.

The Tip Sheet celebrates a big week for Abbi Church, Kennedy Cherrington and Rory Owen with the 3 Parramatta NRLW stars earning selection NSW and QLD in the upcoming State of Origin series. Sixties and Forty20 share in the milestone moment for Abbi and Rory and cheer for Kennedy's triumphant return to the arena. The podcast then turns to a busy weekend of footy - even with the NRL on the bye. The Junior Representative plows on for the Eels with the Lisa Fiaola, Tarsha Gale and SG Ball Cup squads all vying for a berth in their respective Grand Finals. The girls will face the Canterbury Bulldogs in both grades while the boys take on the South Sydney Rabbitohs. Sixties and Forty20 run through the line-ups for each team and reflect upon the previous meetings this season for each grade and how that could influence each outcome this weekend. The Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup are also taking the Rabbitohs in Round 8 as they travel to Redfern for a Saturday double-header. Both teams are well positioned inside the Top 4 coming into this weekend and have the chance to consolidate their positions against struggling South Sydney outfits.

The Parramatta Eels banked 6 wins from 6 games across the long weekend and The Tip Sheet is ready to unpack all of the results. Sixties and Forty20 are joined by rising rugby league journalist and commentator AJ Lucantonio - who listeners and watchers may recognise from his work on BarTV and the League Scene Podcast. Together, the boys will break down all of the latest happenings from Parradise before leveraging AJ's insights into the wider landscape of the NRL. Join the live show at 7:30PM and as always, feel free to be part of the conversation in the live chat!

Join Sixties and Forty20 as they review all of the Easter Monday action against the Wests Tigers. Was the return of Mitchell Moses enough to get the Parramatta Eels back on track? How did both teams handle the background tension surrounding the Lachlan Galvin situation? Discuss everything to come out of Round 7 on The Tip Sheet at 6:30PM.

Please note, this podcast does not contain any reference to the news surrounding Shaun Lane that broke this afternoon after we finished recording. Sixties and myself will comment on the matter soon but in the mean time we simply wish Shaun the best in his time away from the game and ask fans to respect his decision. The traditional Easter Monday clash with the Wests Tigers has arrived and there are some bizarre inverse relationships between the Eels and their rivals this week. While the Tigers are traveling smoother than the Eels, they have dropped their star half Lachlan Galvin in controversial circumstances. The Eels meanwhile finally welcome back the heart and soul of the the team in Mitchell Moses while Jack Williams gives the team a double boost. Sixties and Forty20 run through all of the action on the long weekend starting with the Jersey Flegg on Saturday and running right through to the non-double-header action on Monday between the NSW Cup and NRL. Can the Eels snag a crucial win ahead of their bye? How much does Moses elevate this roster? One way or another some big questions will be answered on Monday.

The Parramatta Eels still have 3 teams in the hunt as we enter Week 2 of the Junior Representative Finals. The Lisa Fiaola, Tarsha Gale and SG Ball Cup squads all venture out to Penrith on Saturday to try and punch tickets to the grand final qualifiers. The preview podcast has a bit of news to cover first though with the development in the NRL around the release of Joe Ofahengaue. Sixties and Forty20 share their thoughts on the move, Joe's time as an Eel and what it means for the club. How do the Lisa Fiaola and SG Ball bounce back from losses last week? Can the Tarsha Gale keep rolling on? Which players and what strategies will be key in these sudden death show downs? The show covers all three games in depth and the paths to victory for each team.

We don't even know where to begin with this week's news podcast and exactly how Sixties and Forty20 and going to contain their yapping as The Tip Sheet tries to unravel a genuinely insane start to the week. Mitchell Moses returns for the Eels (as does Jack Williams) while Jason Ryles takes a hatchet to his forward pack in a wild Team List Tuesday. It was a tough week for the Junior Reps with only the Tarsha Gale prevailing but 3 teams remain in the title hunt. The boys review the weekend results and where the Eels stand across the board heading into the Easter long weekend. The NRL was rocked by news that Lachlan Galvin will not sign a new deal with the Wests Tigers and the joint-venture went scorched earth in reply. Was the response warranted? What happens to Galvin now?

Join Sixties and Forty20 live in the wake of the Round 6 action in Darwin. The boys discuss the results of the Eels' final trip to the Top End and how they fared against the Canberra Raiders. The boys also breakdown results from the Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup earlier in the day as the Eels secured wins in both grades at Lidcombe Oval - even if the Cup decided to make it as hard on themselves as possible in the second half.

All four Junior Representative squads have qualified for the finals which means it is a loaded docket for The Tip Sheet as Sixties and Forty20 preview a huge Sunday at Leichardt Oval for the Parramatta Eels. The boys breakdown how the Eels line up across the SG Ball, Harold Matthews, Lisa Fiaola and Tarsha Gale and look at their respective match-ups. The Ball, Matts and Gale will clash with fierce opponents they met earlier in the season while the Fioala will meet the Central Coast Roosters for the first time in 2025. Steve Georgallis joins the show to give even greater insight into how each team is traveling. He reviews all the crucial Round 9 results with Craig and John and how each of the four squads will transition into finals football. Steve also shares an exclusive first look at Parramatta's newest NRLW recruit in Fleur Ginn. It all adds up to a cracking discussion as the club gears up for a massive push into the postseason.

The Tip Sheet tackles the Top End for one final time as the Parramatta Eels take on the Canberra Raiders in Darwin in Round 6. They will do so without Zac Lomax after news broke on Wednesday about a fractured foot for Parramatta's star recruit. Sixties and Forty20 look at who replaces him and how the Eels can attack the robust Canberra Raiders outfit. There is more on the docket though with the boys previewing a double header at Lidcombe Oval as the Jersey Flegg and NSW Cup also host the Green Machine in their Round 6 clashes.

Sixties, Forty20 and Chris are live hot on the heels of Team List Tuesday as the Parramatta Eels venture into Darwin for the final time. This of course naturally begs the titular question – can the Eels win in Darwin and end on top at the end of the Top End? The Tip Sheet covers all of the results from the weekend including a breakthrough victory for Jason Ryles and a stunning upset triumph for the Tarsha Gale. We are one week into the crackdown – what do we all think? The boys look at the response from the officials and what else slipped through the cracks with the spotlight on high contact. Catch the live stream at 7:30PM and feel free to drop in and join the conversation in the YouTube live chat!

"You fell victim to one of the classic blunders - the most famous of which is 'never get involved in a land war in Asia' - but only slightly less well-known is this: 'Never go in against the Eels when death is on the line'!". The Wire in the title, The Princess Bride in the body - we are crossing all the streams today. Yes sir, yes ma'am! The Parramatta Eels are finally on the board in 2025 and typically it comes in the most pulsating, dramatic and damn story-book fashion as Zac Lomax drilled the game-winning field goal in golden point. On a day where Clinton Gutherson made it his mission to sink the Eels even deeper into misery, players all over the park stood up to be counted. Sixties and Forty20 come to you live to share their thoughts and emotions on a breakthrough win for Jason Ryles.

The Tip Sheet – 2025 Ep 31: Rd 5 Previews; A Dethroning Ceremony? by The Cumberland Throw

We enter the final round of the regular season in the Junior Representatives with all four Parramatta teams either right in the hunt or having already punched their tickets to the finals. The Tip Sheet previews the games against Canterbury and Manly for the girls and boys respectively taking a deep dive into the rosters and match-ups this week. Sixties and Forty20 also follow up on their look at the future prospects of the SG Ball from last week with a similar breakdown of the Tarsha Gale.

Dylan Walker makes his Eels debut, Luca Moretti is back and Ryley Smith gets his first career start. Team List Tuesday delivers some big hits and The Tip Sheet is all over it as Craig, John and Chris bring you the hot news for the Eels and the NRL live at 7:30PM on Tuesday night.

Join Sixties and Forty20 live on The Tip Sheet as they react to the Eels' fourth straight loss of the 2025. Parramatta couldn't challenge a frankly decent but far from outstanding Manly outfit and it allowed the Sea Eagles to coast to victory in a game where they were there to be beaten.

The Parramatta Eels announced a pair of signings as Dylan Walker and Fleur Ginn bolster the NRL and NRLW squads respectively. The Tip Sheet looks at what both players bring to the club and go in-depth into how Walker could be used by Jason Ryles. Sixties and Forty20 then return to the regularly scheduled preview podcast as they cover a huge weekend at Brookvale with the Jersey Flegg, NSW Cup and NRL facing Manly into a triple-header. The lower grades are both looking to build on key wins against the Bulldogs in Round 3 while the NRL squad are aiming to convert a spirited effort against Canterbury into a breakthrough win against the Sea Eagles.

We enter the penultimate round of the regulation season of the Junior Representatives and The Tip Sheet previews a blockbuster Saturday at Eric Tweedale Stadium with all four grades in the hunt. Sixties and Forty20 analyse the four match-ups and look at where each game can be won. The boys also have an extended discussion about the outlook of the SG Ball and how the Parramatta Eels will look to transition the talent in this team towards the NRL.

The Tip Sheet welcomes back Chris Ricketts as Sixties and Forty20 dive into another week of rugby league news. Can the Eels consolidate on their best showing of the season? What has Jason Ryles done to shake the team up this week? Daly Cherry-Evans sent shockwaves through the code when he announced on Monday night that he would be parting ways with the Sea Eagles. What does this mean for any number of suitors and rivals as one of the biggest dominoes on the market is primed to fall?

A breakthrough victory still eludes the Parramatta Eels but there were finally real signs of life as they went down 16-8 to the Canterbury Bulldogs in Round 3. Sixties and Forty20 bring you all of their takes from a genuine heart breaker where guts weren't enough to get the glory but finally the Eels showed something to build on.

Steve Georgallis is back on The Tip Sheet to talk all things Junior Representatives, NRLW and Greek rugby league! Sixties and Forty20 quiz him about how each of the pathways squads are tracking as they enter the final leg of the regular season with the Lisa Fioala and SG Ball still boasting undefeated records. The show looks at what the Tarsha Gale and Harold Matthews need to do to turn things around and then turn to the latest news from the NRLW as the competition promises to be bigger and better in 2025. Steve also shares his experiences from his recent trip to Las Vegas where he oversaw the Greek rugby league teams. (Apologies about the audio issues near the end. The Parramatta Eels are in the process of finalising a move to their new headquarters at Kellyville and given that process - ideal podcasting spaces weren't exactly flush about!)

The Tip Sheet previews a massive weekend against the Canterbury Bulldogs as Jason Ryles and the Parramatta Eels hunt for a breakthrough win in 2025. Sixties and Forty20 bring you all the key match-ups and roster changes from the Jersey Flegg, NSW Cup and NRL including a look at how the Eels could switch things up ahead of kickoff.

The Tip Sheet is back with another dose of Team List and NRL news as Sixties and Forty20 cover all of the latest happenings from Parradise in these turbulent times.

Sixties and Forty20 react as the Eels are embarrassed in their home opener by the Wests Tigers in Round 2.

All eyes will be on CommBank Stadium on Sunday to see whether the Parramatta Eels can bounce back from their ugly Round 1 loss to the Melbourne Storm. Sixties and Forty20 break down the changes made by Jason Ryles as the Eels new coach looks to set the standard early in the season. Rookie Jordan Samrani will make his debut on the right wing while Gideon Kautoga makes his club debut and Shaun Lane returns from injury to start in the backrow. The show also previews Round 2 of the Jersey Flegg as the Eels look to consolidate on a 20-point victory over the Silktails last week. The NSW Cup play their first game of the season after a first up bye and feature a truckload of seasoned NRL players in the forward pack. The boys walk through all three games on the weekend and how Parramatta can secure wins in each grade.

This episode of The Tip Sheet sees Sixties and Forty20 joined by Chris Ricketts as the show dives into the ongoing fallout from Dylan Brown's huge call to join the Newcastle Knights. Elsewhere, Jason Ryles was rung in the changes to his NRL roster as another rookie set to make his debut while in the NRL there looks to be some early season transactions taking place as the Dragons, Rabbitohs and Roosters look to add on to their first grade rosters.

Sixties and Forty20 react live to the news that Dylan Brown has accepted a gargantuan 10-year deal from the Newastle Knights. The boys discuss everything that lead to the decision and what the Parramatta Eels do moving forwards to replace their five-eighth in 2026.

The Tip Sheet - 2025 Ep 16: Instant Reaction, Eels vs Storm by The Cumberland Throw