Blues and Maroons legends on the toughtest footy known to man Told through the eyes of those who were at the centre of the controversies, conquests and conflicts, Greats of Origin delves deeply into the fabric of the toughest physical and psychological test rugby league can offer: State of Origin. Neil Cadigan takes you behind the scenes and into the minds of the players, coaches and officials who played a part in league's greatest innovation, from its conception in the 1970s to its first night on 8 July 1980 when 35-year ...
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Blues and Maroons legends on the toughtest footy known to man Told through the eyes of those who were at the centre of the controversies, conquests and conflicts, Greats of Origin delves deeply into the fabric of the toughest physical and psychological test rugby league can offer: State of Origin. Neil Cadigan takes you behind the scenes and into the minds of the players, coaches and officials who played a part in league's greatest innovation, from its conception in the 1970s to its first night on 8 July 1980 when 35-year-old front-rower Arthur Beetson inspired Queensland and an emerging generation of legends like Wally Lewis, Mal Meninga and Chris Close, right through to the five-year domination of the current Maroons. Including reflections on Origin from league legends Steve Mortimer and Wally Lewis; stories never before told about the greatest upset in league history - the 3-0 series victory of Paul Vautin's Maroon 'imposters' of 1995; Allan Langer's dramatic comeback from England in 2001; a compelling insight into rugby league life from Origin father and son representatives Wayne and Mitchell Pearce; plus all-new interviews with modern heroes Darren Lockyer and Kurt Gidley and the most successful Origin coaches, Wayne Bennett, Phil Gould and Mal Meninga. This book is not just about the famous names but the emotion, sacrifices and pride of some of the lesser lights who have represented their state and stepped up to meet the challenge. A must-read for fans on both sides of the border.
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9780732292799. Size: 9"-10" Tall. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Rugby League; ISBN/EAN: 9780732292799. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 22408.
