Their Finest Hour [electronic resource] : A History of the Rugby League World Cup in 10 Matches
Andrew Marmont2017
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The story of the Rugby League World Cup, vividly brought to life with first-hand
stories from the players, coaches and administrators who were behind the big
moments. More than sixty years ago, Paul Barrière decided to host rugby league's
first ever World Cup tournament. An enthralled Parisian public stood on concrete
bleachers as their country fought gallantly in the final after suffering total
rugby league abolishment a few years earlier. Each of the four teams lacked
resources and money, with Britain not having cash to employ a coach or make
their team blazers.Fast-forward to 2017 and the game's elite have access to
sports scientists, earn high six-figure salaries and train in English Premier
League-style facilities. Spectators can sit in lavish corporate boxes or the
comfy surroundings of top-class stadiums, as global sponsors add their support
behind a tournament that has set new standards in sporting excellence.From Great
Britain training with a sock wrapped in a vest...
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Author:
Andrew Marmont, Author
Imprint:
[Place of publication not identified] : ABC Books, 2017
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file) (320 pages)
Audience:
General/trade
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9781460705063
Language:
English
BRN:
439067
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
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| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |