Parramatta Eels Celebrate Season at 2025 Ken Thornett Medal Night

Blue & Gold family honors stars, rising talents, and club heroes in a night of pride and tradition

The Parramatta Eels capped off their 2025 campaign with pride and celebration at the annual Ken Thornett Medal Night, an evening dedicated to honoring players, coaches, and staff who made the season memorable. The event brought together the entire Blue & Gold family, and emotions ran high as achievements across every level of the club were recognize

The spotlight of the evening shone brightly on rising star Isaiah Iongi, who walked away with two major honors—Blue & Gold Army NRL Player of the Year and Eric Grothe Snr Rookie of the Year. Iongi’s impact in his debut season left teammates and fans in awe, marking him as a player to watch in years ahea

Club captain Junior Paulo earned the Jack Gibson NRL Coaches Award, a reflection of his leadership on the field and his steady influence in the dressing room. Meanwhile, Jack Williams was celebrated with the Ray Price NRL Community Award, a nod to his commitment beyond the game and his efforts in connecting with the communit

The future of the Eels also took center stage. Domenico De Stradis claimed the Brett Kenny Jersey Flegg Coaches Award, while Josh Lynn was voted Jersey Flegg Players’ Player by his teammates. Promising forward Matthew Hunter earned the Steve Ella Jersey Flegg Player of the Year, showcasing his consistency throughout the seaso

In the NSW Cup ranks, Saxon Pryke was recognized with the Geoff Gerard Coaches Award, while Apa Twidle picked up the Players’ Player title. The standout in the competition proved to be Jordan Samrani, who was honored with the Bob O’Reilly Player of the Yea

Away from the field, the heartbeat of the club was celebrated as Ashley Evans received the Michael Cronin Club Person of the Year award, recognizing tireless service behind the scene

The night closed with the presentation of the Nathan Hindmarsh NRL Award, underscoring the tradition, pride, and resilience that continue to define the Parramatta Eels. s.r.n.y.d.d.rramatta Eels.