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Title:
The jersey : the secrets behind the world's most successful sports team
Publication Date:
2018
Publication Information:
London, England : Macmillan, 2018.

©2018
Physical Description:
xiv, 368 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (chiefly colour), portraits (chiefly colour) ; 25 cm
ISBN:
9781509856688

9781509856701
Abstract:
"New Zealand rugby is a dynasty that transcends all national barriers. As a culture and a model of humility and consistent success, which have led them to three Rugby World Cups, the world of rugby continues to look to the New Zealand model for guidance. Traditionally, the renowned All Blacks and those charged with guiding them have kept their rules of engagement close to their chests. However now, New Zealand Rugby has agreed to open their doors to rugby writer Peter Bills to consider the reasons behind their dominance of the world game in the build-up towards the Lions Series in 2017 and Rugby World Cup 2019 in Japan. Through this book, Peter Bills draws on case studies and interviews of officials, coaches and players, as well as people involved in all elements of rugby right across New Zealand. The Jersey tells an extraordinary story with unprecedented access and insight, and explores the basic requirements and immense challenges required not only to become number one in the world, but remain consistently at the top."-- (Source of summary not specified)
General Note:
"All Blacks"--Cover.

"Exclusive contributions from 90 rugby greats including Richie McCaw, Steve Hansen, Beauden Barrett"--Cover.
Language:
English
Audience:
Secondary
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