SA Footy

Having recently read this book, I can say that it is a really great read and compulsory reading for any sanfl follower, no matter where there loyalties lie.
It gives a great rundown on the sanfl scene in those times, the suburban warefare that existed if you like! the bitter clearance wrangles of the time and the introduction of 2 new teams, Centrals and Woodville into the league. It also delves into the history of all clubs and the author has obviously done some serious research into the issues of the time.
The book contains a fair bit about South Adelaide as they won the premiership in 1964 but it really is a great read, particularly for those who never witnessed the sanfl prior to the introduction of the Crows.
I thoroughly recommend it.

blueandwhite wrote:Having recently read this book, I can say that it is a really great read and compulsory reading for any sanfl follower, no matter where there loyalties lie.
It gives a great rundown on the sanfl scene in those times, the suburban warefare that existed if you like! the bitter clearance wrangles of the time and the introduction of 2 new teams, Centrals and Woodville into the league. It also delves into the history of all clubs and the author has obviously done some serious research into the issues of the time.
The book contains a fair bit about South Adelaide as they won the premiership in 1964 but it really is a great read, particularly for those who never witnessed the sanfl prior to the introduction of the Crows.
I thoroughly recommend it.

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A top read. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Michael Sexton has done his research brilliantly.

No wonder a South supporter would love such a book .... the last premiership !
Sadly I remember the 1964 GF and Neil Kerley's stiring 3/4 time address and a great victory by South over Port. Mind you I was very young then ...ha ha.
Where do we buy this book sounds like a great read ?

Yes , wonderful book ... I got it for Xmas . Think you can buy it from sports writer on the broadway at Glenelg .... Get in there before it shuts down.

Very well researched and it's not just all about south ....heaps on west, port and sturt. Any passionate sanfl follower will really enjoy the read

Just ordered mine, looking forward to the read

At The Toss of A Coin on Unley Road should have copies.

Got mine from Santo when I was in Melbourne back in August last year...

Look forward to reading it in the coming weeks...