From Winning Teams to Broken Dreams: The story of six friends and their journey to make to the Premier League
T**L
Great book for academy parents
Such an important and excellent book but I’m Dom’s dad so I would say that. Buy it, read it and review it, I’m sure you’ll agree with my assessment!
A**R
Dom Ball’s Book is a Debut to be Proud Of
Dominic Ball has perfectly captured the highs and lows of academy footballer’s lives. Although nowhere near good enough to play for an academy myself, I have shared a flat with 2 people who faced the trials and tribulations of being in top academies and when discussing this book they said that Dom’s outlook is the most perfect re-telling and reflection of their experience and said that the book provides valuable insight that they wish they had.The book is extremely well written, not discounting the harsh realities of young footballer’s strict routines but also showing the great highs and enjoyment that football can bring. The book is dedicated to his friend Spencer and all the funds raised from it are going to a Sarcoma charity who support those who suffer from the illness which cruelly took Spencer from his friends and family too early. If I have one message for Dom, it’s that this book is the perfect tribute to his mate and I’m sure he would be exceptionally pleased with what Dom has produced.
M**N
A compelling read that documents the highs and lows of the struggle to play top flight football
Dominic Ball has a rare gift and this book details the experiences of Dominic and five friends as they go through academies to play professional football. Engaging and accessible for those who haven’t experienced it first hand - I read it in a couple of days. Highly recommended for aspiring and established footballers, their parents and anyone with an interest in football or sport.
M**L
This book tells the real story of a group of young men aspiring to be professional footballers.
A great insight into the world of professional football. A very honest and open documentary of the journey a group of friends embarked upon in their endeavour to have a career in football; the trials and tribulations, the joy and the heartbreak; this story will be enjoyed as much for its human element as its reflection on life as a professional sportsperson. A must read for any young person harbouring the dream of becoming a professional footballer. A thoroughly enjoyable read.
H**Y
Essential read for young footballers and their parents!
Honest, heartfelt and very readable! An essential read for young aspiring professional footballers and their parents. Congratulations Dominic Ball !Do not miss this book! Such a fabulous cause too, with funds going to an amazing lesser known but very important sarcoma charity x
S**R
Absorbing
Great insight to how youth academies operate, could not put the book down when I started to read the book,a must read to all aspiring young footballer’s
M**.
An extremely honest and informative account of growing up in the football world.
Dominic’s story had me hooked, got me emotionally and made me laugh. It appears to be an extremely honest account of growing up in the football world. He gives praise and raises concern in equal measure. An important read for aspiring football players and their parents.
C**N
An amazing eye opening insight into the journey to become a professional footballer.
The book was fantastic. The story of Dom and his friends shows the reality of the journey many boys across the country take in trying to become a professional footballer. A great read for any young aspiring footballers and athletes from other sports, their parents or anyone interested in the emotional rollercoaster professional athletes endure to try and reach the top.
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