In the Blood: My life in, and out, of football

Pat Spillane is a Gaelic football legend and one of Ireland's most controversial sports pundits. In his autobiography, "In the Blood," he reveals the sadness of his childhood, his dazzling career, and the stress of dealing with government machinery.

Format: Hardback
Length: 352 pages
Publication date: 12 October 2023
Publisher: Gill

Pat Spillane is a renowned figure in Irish sports, having been selected for the GAAs Team of the Millennium and winning eight All-Ireland senior football medals. However, his story extends beyond his athletic achievements. He has also been a prominent figure in Gaelic football punditry, leaving an indelible mark on The Sunday Game and The Sunday World for over three decades. Spillane's analysis and criticism have garnered widespread attention, shaping public discourse on the sport. His coined terms, such as 'puke football,' have become part of the Irish language. In this captivating autobiography, Pat candidly shares his life journey, encompassing his childhood sorrows, remarkable football career, encounters with legendary players, the challenges of being a pundit under manager's pressure, and the complexities of navigating government machinery after his involvement with CEDRA, the state advisory group on rural affairs. Like Spillane himself, In the Blood is a captivating and insightful read, appealing to GAA enthusiasts worldwide.

Pat Spillane is a renowned figure in Irish sports, having been selected for the GAAs Team of the Millennium and winning eight All-Ireland senior football medals. However, his story extends beyond his athletic achievements. He has also been a prominent figure in Gaelic football punditry, leaving an indelible mark on The Sunday Game and The Sunday World for over three decades. Spillane's analysis and criticism have garnered widespread attention, shaping public discourse on the sport. His coined terms, such as 'puke football,' have become part of the Irish language. In this captivating autobiography, Pat candidly shares his life journey, encompassing his childhood sorrows, remarkable football career, encounters with legendary players, the challenges of being a pundit under manager's pressure, and the complexities of navigating government machinery after his involvement with CEDRA, the state advisory group on rural affairs. Like Spillane himself, In the Blood is a captivating and insightful read, appealing to GAA enthusiasts worldwide.

Weight: 648g
Dimension: 240 x 165 x 35 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780717197521