Parramatta Eels star Zac Lomax has opened up about his emotional match-winning performance against his former team, the Dragons, and his new role playing on the wing. Lomax, who left the Dragons to join the Eels this season, was instrumental in his team’s first win of the season, kicking a golden point field goal to seal the victory.
In a post-match interview, Lomax became emotional, choking back tears as he spoke about the significance of the win. “It was great to get the monkey off our back in front of the home crowd,” he said. “We love our fans, and players deserve it. Fans deserve it. Super pumped.”
Lomax’s new role on the wing has raised eyebrows, given his successful stint as a centre for the Dragons. However, he insists that he’s happy to play wherever coach Jason Ryles needs him. “Playing on the wing at the moment, it just allows me to get my hands on the ball more than not,” Lomax said. “Being able to touch the ball more times than not helps… so wherever it is, I don’t care where I play.”
The Eels’ new centre combination of Will Penisini and Lomax has shown promise, with Lomax running for 188 metres in his impressive display. The team’s attacking play has also started to click, with Dylan Brown enjoying his best game of the season.
The Eels will look to build on their momentum when they take on Canberra at home on Saturday night. The Raiders are coming off an impressive win over the Sharks, and the match promises to be an exciting encounter.
Lomax’s performance has also highlighted the growing maturity and confidence of fullback Isaiah Iongi, who made some excellent plays under the high ball and a try-saving tackle on Clint Gutherson. Iongi’s improvement is a positive sign for the Eels, and he’ll be looking to continue his form against Canberra.
The win over the Dragons has given the Eels a much-needed boost, and they’ll be looking to carry that momentum into their next match. With Lomax and the rest of the team in good form, the Eels could be a force to be reckoned with in the NRL.
In conclusion, Zac Lomax’s emotional match-winning performance and his new role on the wing have been key talking points in the NRL. The Eels’ attacking play has started to click, and the team will look to build on their momentum against Canberra. With Lomax and the rest of the team in good form, the Eels could be a force to be reckoned with in the competition.