{"title":"David Headon","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDavid Headon\u003c\/strong\u003e captures the passion and drama of sports with a distinctive voice that resonates beyond the pitch. His writing delves into the human stories behind the games, inviting readers to experience the thrill, struggle, and culture that surround athletic competition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom thought-provoking analysis to evocative narratives, \u003cem\u003eAbsolutely Bleeding Green\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies Headon’s ability to blend personal insight with the wider sporting world. Readers can expect engaging, heartfelt explorations of sport’s impact on identity and community.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"absolutely-bleeding-green-by-david-headon-9781760878689","title":"Absolutely Bleeding Green","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadon makes no secret of his love of the club... [his] knowledge of the game and careful research shines from every page. — \u003ci\u003eCanberra Times\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Canberra Raiders' spectacular grand final win against the Balmain Tigers in 1989 is widely regarded as Australian Rugby League's greatest ever decider. For a fledgling club, this was an extraordinary and unexpected achievement, heralding a sequence of years that produced two more premierships and two near misses. The Raiders' trademark adventurous style of play was welcomed by all lovers of the game. Attacking football was back in vogue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Headon tells the story of a unique football team that entered the Sydney competition in 1982 with little fanfare and plenty of pessimism, despite the fact that league had been an integral part of communities across the Limestone Plains for nearly a century. From this firm base, the Raiders emerged to make their mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbsolutely Bleeding Green\u003c\/i\u003e recounts the big wins and heart-wrenching losses as it follows the players through their Raider careers, revealing how the club was able to build exceptional team spirit, even in difficult times. It includes interviews with players past and present, with coaches and administrators, as well as with families and supporters who are so proud of the distinctive lime green jersey. This paperback edition includes the nail-biting 2019 Grand Final.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis terrific book tells the story of a unique club that changed my life forever, just as the Raiders changed Rugby League forever. — \u003ci\u003eMal Meninga, Rugby League Immortal, Canberra Raiders Hall of Fame\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDave Headon's history of the Canberra Raiders explores the club's origins, why it was able to defy the odds and be so successful, so quickly, and how it fought its way through more troubled times. In the process of the highs and lows, a special culture of camaraderie was created. The Raiders family has a big story, and for me it's personal. I'm honoured to be a part of it. — \u003ci\u003eRicky Stuart, Rugby League Legend, Canberra Raiders Hall of Fame\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47429669126380,"sku":"9781760878689","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781760878689.jpg?v=1774560088"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/david-headon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}