A gripping tale of local heroes fighting for their football club's survival.The Overcoat Mentells the remarkable story of David Kilpatrick and Graham Morris, who uncovered a secret plan to turn Rochdale AFC's beloved Spotland stadium into a housing estate. Standing in their way are fellow directors with their own agendas.
Set against the backdrop of a struggling small town, this true story explores the challenges, boardroom politics, and community spirit that defined Rochdale AFC's fight for survival. Discover how these unsung heroes thwarted the scheme and saved their club. Perfect for fans of sports history and tales of local pride.
Mark Hodkinsonis the author ofBelieve in the Sign(long-listed for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year),Blue Moon: Down Among the Dead Men with Manchester City, andThe Last Mad Surge of Youth(Qmagazine's Novel of the Year). Mark has written for theTimesfor two decades, and has produced and presented documentaries for BBC Radio 4.
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