Former Salford hooker Joey Lussick helps Parramatta Eels win trial match

Drew Darbyshire

Lussick scored 18 tries in 59 games for Salford

Former Salford hooker Joey Lussick helped Parramatta Eels beat St George Illawarra Dragons 28-6 in a trial match on Thursday.

The 25-year-old hooker played alongside former Castleford utility Jordan Rankin in the Eels’ win over the Dragons, with Rankin kicking four goals.

Lussick has returned to the NRL after signing a one-year deal with Parramatta.

The Australian became a fan’s favourite at Salford in Super League, scoring 18 tries in 59 appearances for the Red Devils between 2018-20. He played in the 2019 Super League Grand Final and 2020 Challenge Cup final while with Salford.