Ronald Volkman Signs with Parramatta Eels

Ronald Volkman, a former Warriors playmaker, has signed a one-year deal with the Parramatta Eels, marking a comeback after a tumultuous year sidelined by a serious shoulder injury. His previous move to St George Illawarra fell through due to this injury, which led to the Dragons cutting him when his contract was not registered with the NRL. Despite not being expected to start ahead of established halves Mitchell Moses and Dylan Brown, Volkman will provide crucial depth as the Eels have struggled with halfback shortages in recent seasons. The Dragons faced a $40,000 suspended fine over the mishap, while Volkman has since undergone surgery and is eager to prove himself after a year in limbo. He last played competitively during the Pacific Championships in October 2023 and is now training with the Eels, looking to reclaim his place in the league.