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Synopsis
A must-read for all fans of Irish rugby. Patrick 'Rala' O'Reilly has been bagman for the Irish rugby team for nearly twenty years. In that time he's witnessed many highs and lows. But for him rugby has always been about the people, the places and the experiences. Here, with his own inimitable wit and humour, he shares with us his unique memories of his time spent at the very centre of Irish and Lions rugby. From his early days with Terenure RFC to touring with the Lions in 2009 and 2013, to pre-match traditions, pranks, iPod playlists and his love affair with Inishbofin, he tells a behind-the-scenes story of team spirit and friendship. With anecdotes from Keith Wood, Brian O'Driscoll, Donncha O'Callaghan, Jamie Heaslip, Peter Clohessy, Paul O'Connell and others, Rala: A Life in Rugby gives us an insight into the world of rugby - as never seen before.
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About the Author
Patrick “Rala” O'Reilly has been Baggage Master to the Irish Senior team for 20 years, during which time he has toured every major rugby-playing nation, and attended three World Cup tournaments. In 2009 Rala was appointed Baggage Master for the British and Irish Lions.
Review
[A] brilliant book ... his unique character shines out from every laugh-out-loud page. The stories reveal a man who goes the extra mile to keep his players happy ... and who is loved dearly in return * Rugby World * If all you read in this book were the testimonials from the likes of O'Driscoll, Rory Best, Paul O'Connell and more, it would still be well worth the look. But Rala's story rolls along at a lovely pace in-between times and shines a light behind the scenes ... that no player or coach would ever think to * Irish Times * Not only does the warm, engaging spirit of this son of Inchicore spring to life, but also the affection that exists between him and the players * Irish Independent *
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- PublisherHachette Books Ireland
- Publication date2014
- ISBN 10 1444743317
- ISBN 13 9781444743319
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages320
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