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Final Whistle: The Paddy Russell Story
Jackie Cahill
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Description for Final Whistle: The Paddy Russell Story
Paperback. Tipperary native Paddy Russell has been one of the leading referees in the GAA. This title presents his rise from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of two All-Ireland finals. It shows his eventful journey, including various controversial matches, and describes the stresses and strains of refereeing modern-day Gaelic games. Num Pages: 288 pages, 1 x 8pp colour. BIC Classification: 1DBR; BGSA; WSJF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 231 x 152 x 21. Weight in Grams: 398. 8vo .Illustrated. First edition.The Gaelic Athletic Association is an Irish amateur sporting and cultural organisation.It promotes traditional Irish sports including hurling ,gaelic football camogie and handball.
Tipperary native Paddy Russell has been one of the leading referees in the GAA for the past 30 years. His story is a remarkable one, following his rise from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of two All-Ireland finals. Inspired by the late, great John Moloney, Russell took his first steps in refereeing in 1976. He quickly emerged as a leading light and rapidly worked his way to the top of his profession. Russell has enjoyed a successful career but it is also one laced with drama, most notably that arising from the 1995 All-Ireland ... Read more
Tipperary native Paddy Russell has been one of the leading referees in the GAA for the past 30 years. His story is a remarkable one, following his rise from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of two All-Ireland finals. Inspired by the late, great John Moloney, Russell took his first steps in refereeing in 1976. He quickly emerged as a leading light and rapidly worked his way to the top of his profession. Russell has enjoyed a successful career but it is also one laced with drama, most notably that arising from the 1995 All-Ireland ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
Transworld Publishers Ltd
Condition
Used, Very Good
Number of Pages
288
Place of Publication
, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781845963910
SKU
KEX0307955
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 2 to 4 working days
Ref
99-1
About Jackie Cahill
Paddy Russell is 50 years old and has been refereeing on the intercounty circuit since 1981 and has since taken charge of numerous big games. Jackie Cahill is a successful freelance GAA reporter and has written for a host of Irish newspapers and magazines.
Reviews for Final Whistle: The Paddy Russell Story
"A fine book - one which is swept along on the tides of controversy . . . the pick of this year's GAA books"
Irish Examiner
"Russell's honesty and humanity come through at all times"
Irish Sunday Independent
"An interesting outlook on the game by a referee who has found himself wrapped up in some of ... Read more
Irish Examiner
"Russell's honesty and humanity come through at all times"
Irish Sunday Independent
"An interesting outlook on the game by a referee who has found himself wrapped up in some of ... Read more