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Behind Enemy Lines Round 18: Football department review

We've infiltrated enemy territory this week to bring you the latest out of the Parramatta camp ahead of their Round 18 clash against the nib Newcastle Knights at McDonald Jones Stadium on Friday.

Bernie Gurr has started a review of the Eels football department.

In an open letter to the members, Gurr wrote the examination has started to ensure the Club succeeds in the future.

"The process is being led by the Board of Directors of PNRL, with my input and the participation of the Club's Football Department.

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"We are determined to ensure that the Football Department has the best possible people, systems and resources to give the Eels the best opportunity to succeed on the field. On-field success is a key driver of our overall Club success.

"Consistent with last week's announcement, we planned to engage an experienced and independent third party to be involved with the project.

Their review includes:

Governance and Leadership
Recruitment and Retention
Player Roster Management & Salary Cap
Coaching & Support (NRL, Intrust Super Cup & Junior Representative Program)
Parramatta Junior League
High Performance
Player Wellbeing & Education
Medical Support
Facilities

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