Why it took years for Matt Arthur to make his NRL debut for the Eels
While Trent Barrett is now at the helm in an interim capacity as the club continue to deliberate who will take over in 2025, it is time for another Arthur to be ushered into the spotlight.
And the 19-year-old’s new teammates are certain he can handle the pressure when they play the Knights on Saturday.
‘Matt was there working out with us when I started training NRL. “He was in and out of the club all the time,” five-eighth Dylan Brown said.
Observing him dash past every forward made him a pleasure to be around.
“He works hard and gives everything he does. He’s a great representation of his dad.”
The NSW under-19s dummy half, according to backrower Bryce Cartwright, is someone to watch.
During the preseason, he put in a lot of training. Cartwright stated, “I think we all knew at some point this year that he was going to get a shot.”
It’s a unique occasion for him and his loved ones.
Barrett mentioned that the teenager’s impressive performance in the NSW Cup is what has most impressed them.
He has undoubtedly been among our greatest and most reliable players. He stated, “I think it’s important that we reward that form as well.”
Matt merits his position. We were aware that he would make his debut. The key was to choose the appropriate moment.
Brad Arthur is rumoured to have met this week with representatives from Perth’s expansion application to talk about rejoining the coaching staff of the proposed 18th NRL team.
