LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
In a twist of fate, the Parramatta Eels are finding themselves in a bit of a coaching conundrum as they search for their next head honcho.
Latest reports from zerotackle.com reveal that a surprise contender has thrown their hat into the ring for the coveted coaching position.
At 70 years young, former Eels coach Brian Smith has quietly emerged as a potential candidate for the job, having previously led the club from 1997 to 2006.
After announcing his plans to head back to his roots in Casino, New South Wales to lend his expertise to the Casino Cougars earlier this year, Smith seems to have caught the coaching bug once again.
With over 600 games under his belt as a coach, Smith is no stranger to the pressures of the game.
Renowned for his coaching prowess, he has steered three different clubs to four Grand Finals in the past, showcasing his leadership skills on the field.
While it's been a few years since Smith last prowled the sidelines of the NRL, the veteran coach has reportedly tossed his hat into the ring to take over the reins from the recently sacked Brad Arthur.
It seems like Smith is ready to tackle this new challenge head-on and bring some old-school flair to the Eels if given the chance.