THE state-of-the-art Eric Tweedale Stadium in Granville has been named the official training ground for the Parramatta Eels National Rugby League Women’s (NRLW) Team.
Cumberland Mayor Lisa Lake welcomed the announcement and said the partnership marked a significant milestone in supporting women’s sport and fostering community engagement.
“This partnership demonstrates the council’s commitment to promoting gender equality in sports and showcases the importance of supporting women’s sport in our region by providing equal opportunities and resources for both male and female athletes, so that they can hone their skills and compete at their highest level,” Mayor Lake said.
Parramatta Eels CEO Jim Sarantinos said the important partnership would assist in growing junior rugby league in the Eels’ catchment area and help in building participation.
“Our partnership with Cumberland Council and our move to Eric Tweedale Stadium is an important milestone for our Women’s Rugby League Program. This $11.3m facility will be a fantastic base for our Women’s programs,” he said.
As pre-season training gets underway, the collaboration between Cumberland Council and the Parramatta Eels NRLW Team extends beyond the playing field, with the Eels Women’s rugby league development programs based out of the Eric Tweedale Stadium set to engage and inspire the local community.
The community has also been invited to attend the Parramatta Eels trial match against the St George Illawarra Dragons at Eric Tweedale Stadium this Friday, July 7, from 7pm.
Cr Joe Rahme said it was also very fitting, given that during the Eels’ golden years of the 1980s and their four premierships, Granville Park was used as a training base during the construction of Parramatta stadium.
