Let Us Ride as We Built in Legacy: Peter Sterling Donates 5 Luxurious Buses to Support Parramatta Eels
In a gesture as inspiring as his legendary playing days, Parramatta Eels icon Peter Sterling has donated five state-of-the-art luxury buses to support the club he helped build into a rugby league powerhouse
. Titled “Let Us Ride as We Built in Legacy,” the initiative is more than a donation—it’s a statement of loyalty, pride, and deep-rooted commitment to the team’s past, present, and future.
The donation was unveiled in a vibrant ceremony at CommBank Stadium, where Sterling stood alongside club executives, current players, and Eels fans. Each bus is emblazoned with iconic images from the Eels’ storied history—featuring Sterling himself, along with teammates like Brett Kenny and Ray Price from the golden 1980s era. Inside, the buses are fitted with top-tier amenities including reclining leather seats, digital entertainment systems, team history murals, and on-board nutrition stations, offering players the best in comfort and motivation.
Sterling, often credited with masterminding the Eels’ glory days as a brilliant halfback, said the idea stemmed from a desire to give back in a way that genuinely impacted the players. “We built this club on pride, loyalty, and hard work,” he said. “This is about keeping the spirit alive, making sure today’s squad travels not just in comfort, but with a reminder of the legacy they carry.”
The buses will serve multiple purposes: transporting the NRL squad to matches and training sessions, supporting junior development programs across New South Wales, and being available for community outreach events. Each vehicle is named after a significant year in club history—1981, 1982, 1983, 1986, and 2024—signifying both the premiership-winning years and the current era of renewal and ambition.
Parramatta Eels CEO Jim Sarantinos called the donation “unprecedented,” emphasizing that this kind of legacy-driven contribution is rare in modern sports. “Sterlo is more than just a club legend—he’s a culture setter. These buses symbolize continuity, unity, and belief in what we’re building,” Sarantinos said.
Fans have also embraced the initiative. Many see it as a reminder of the club’s storied tradition and an encouragement to reignite the fire for future success. On social media, hashtags like #RideWithSterlo and #EelsLegacyRide began trending within hours of the announcement.
Peter Sterling’s gift is more than transport; it’s a rolling symbol of heritage, unity, and hope. With each journey, the Eels will carry not just players—but the weight of history, the promise of tomorrow, and the enduring love of a legend.