Steve Ella

Episode 52 features Steve Ella former professional rugby league player for the Parramatta Eels, Wigan and Wakefield Trinity. Also represented the NSW Blues in State of Origin and the Australian Kangaroos.

During the chat we discuss such things as:

- Growing up in a famous footballing family with cousins Glen, Garry and Mark

- Early rugby league memories when growing up

- How he got his nickname the Zip Zip man

- Making his first grade debut for the Parramatta Eels

- Having and overcoming serious injuries

- Grand Final victories in 1981, 82, 83 and 86

- Playing for the Australian Kangaroos including a Kangaroo Tour in 1982

- Playing for the NSW Blues in State of Origin

- Playing rugby league in England 

- What is Steve Ella upto in retirement these days

- Words on former teammates and coaches including former and current indigenous players

- Common league and personality questions

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