New Drogs/LOI book

Not gona bore ye with the details - but go to www.drogsbook.com for the story behind it, what its about,etc - very interesting and humourous book for all loi supporters - all proceeds going to the local cancer centre

Was asked by my brother (who wrote it) to post the below!

Cheers!


Hello everyone,

My name is Brian Whelan, from Drogheda, and I have recently written a book on the history of Drogheda United Football Club.


All the proceeds from book sales are being donated to the local Gary
Kelly Cancer Support Centre http://www.gkcancersupport.com/


'DUFC, A Claret and Blue History' takes you on a nostalgic journey through the history of Drogheda United Football Club.

This anecdotal account (240 pages long, including a 20 page photo section) of the club's history is told through the words, opinions and stories of over 70 people, including; those who have played for, administered, observed and followed DUFC.


The likes of Charlie Hurley, Liam Cullen, Mick Meagan, Mick Fairclough, Gerry 'Gel' Martin, Richie Kelly, Frank 'Dusty' Flanagan, Colm Tresson, Trevor Croly, Pat Devlin, Vincent Hoey, Harry McCue, Andy Myler, Gary Cronin, Dan Connor, Graham Gartland, and many more have been interviewed, in what is an emotionally-charged, yet often hilarious account of the trials and tribulations of DUFC.


Drogheda United as a junior club, the formation of Drogheda A.F.C. in 1962, the Lourdes Stadium, FAI Cup Final defeats of 1971 and 1976, the amalgamation of DAFC and Drogheda United in 1975, UEFA Cup games against Spurs, League Cup win in 1984, the 'Yo-yo' years, the epic Galway United playoff in 2003, the unheralded success under Paul Doolin, examinership...it's all to be found inside.


Hopefully the book can become an important contribution to he League of Ireland canon, and will be of genuine interest to all LOI supporters.


Please feel free to browse through www.drogsbook.com and for further information on how to purchase a copy of the book please contact me at drogsbook@gmail.com.

The book is priced at E15 (excluding P&P).


Thanks,
Brian

I for one is really looking forward to purchasing the book. I was reassured by Brian when I emailed him Cosmo that ex and current town players Andy Myler and Gary Cronin are the best interviewees in the book itself.. best of luck in it!

Cant wait to get my hands on it too. Well done Brian.

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Originally Posted by Martinho II

I for one is really looking forward to purchasing the book. I was reassured by Brian when I emailed him Cosmo that ex and current town players Andy Myler and Gary Cronin are the best interviewees in the book itself.. best of luck in it!

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Some very funny stories from them both!! Even if you're not a football fan, the stories would have ye in stitches thinking they were supposed to be playing for a club in the top league in ireland at the time ;)

And fair play to Gary who spoke at the launch night on thursday

I picked up a copy at the game last night. Looks like a good read and should be interesting to LOI fans of all clubs.

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Originally Posted by White Horse

I picked up a copy at the game last night. Looks like a good read and should be interesting to LOI fans of all clubs.

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Fair play Whitehorse!

There's actually a fantastic piece on Barry Kehoe which Dundalk supporters I'm sure will enjoy!!