Eels Appoint Jason Ryles as Next Head Coach The Parramatta Eels have announced the appointment of Jason Ryles as their new head coach, effective from the 2024 NRL season. Ryles, currently the assistant coach of the Manly-Warringah Sea Eagles, brings a wealth of experience and success to the Eels. As a player, he represented the Newcastle Knights and the Sydney Roosters, winning the NRL premiership with the latter in 2013. After retiring from playing, Ryles transitioned into coaching, holding assistant roles with the Roosters and the Gold Coast Titans before joining Manly in 2022. Under his guidance, the Sea Eagles have consistently performed above expectations, finishing in the top eight for the past three seasons. Eels football manager Mark O’Neill expressed his excitement about Ryles’ appointment: “Jason is a highly respected coach with a proven track record of success. His attention to detail, strategic thinking, and ability to motivate players make him an ideal fit for Parramatta.” Ryles said he was honored and proud to be named head coach of the Eels: “The Eels are a great club with a rich history and passionate fans. I’m eager to build on the strong foundations that have been laid and take this team to the next level.” Current head coach Brad Arthur will step down at the end of the 2023 season after eight years in charge. Arthur has overseen a period of significant growth for Parramatta, leading the club to back-to-back grand finals in 2021 and 2022. Ryles will have big shoes to fill, but the Eels hierarchy are confident that he has the qualities to lead the club to further success in the years to come.Jason Ryles Appointed as Parramatta Eels CoachJason Ryles Appointed as Parramatta Eels Coach Parramatta Eels have officially appointed Melbourne Storm assistant coach Jason Ryles to the head coaching role for the next four years. The announcement on Monday morning comes after a lengthy search following Brad Arthur’s departure. Ryles emerged victorious over contenders Josh Hannay, Dean Young, and interim coach Trent Barrett. The decision was made at a board meeting last week. Ryles has been a highly sought-after coach for some time, having worked alongside Craig Bellamy at Melbourne for several seasons. He has a proven track record in developing young players and fostering winning environments. Eels chairman Sean McElduff expressed enthusiasm about Ryles’ appointment, citing his experience and alignment with the club’s vision. McElduff believes Ryles is the ideal candidate to connect with the players, the club, and the passionate Parramatta fanbase. Ryles will remain in Melbourne until the end of the current NRL season before joining Parramatta for the 2024 campaign. His immediate focus will be retaining key players like Dylan Brown, who has an option to leave in 2025. Ryles表示，他很荣幸被任命为Parramatta Eels的主教练，并期待执教球队。 Ryles的任命也引发了人们对谁将最终接替墨尔本风暴主教练Bellamy的问题，后者近年来一直采用了一年一签的安排。Eels appoint Jason Ryles as new head coach The Parramatta Eels have today appointed Jason Ryles as their new head coach for the 2024 NRL season. Ryles, who has been an assistant coach with the Eels since 2020, will take over from Brad Arthur, who is stepping down at the end of the 2023 season. Eels chairman Tom Issa said Ryles was the standout candidate for the role after a thorough recruitment process. “Jason has been a key part of our success in recent years and we believe he is the right person to lead us into the future,” Issa said. “He has a deep understanding of the game and a proven track record of developing players. We are confident that he will be able to take us to the next level.” Ryles said he was honored to be appointed head coach of the Eels. “This is a dream come true,” Ryles said. “I have loved my time at Parramatta and I am committed to building on the success we have achieved in recent years.” “I believe we have a squad with the potential to win a premiership and I am excited to work with the players and staff to achieve that goal.” Ryles will officially take over as head coach on November 1, 2023.