Jason Sherlock by Donny Mahoney

Jason Sherlock by Donny Mahoney

Theinspiring story of how a boy from Dublin's northside found strength in his difference to become a gaelic football great. Choosing GAA over basketball, soccer and hurling, "Jayo" inspired a generation of fans and players. He went on to be a key member of Jim Gavin's 5-in-a-row backroom team.

The O’Brien Press, meanwhile, have broadened their Great Irish Sports Stars series with titles on Dublin footballer Jason Sherlock and Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given, adding to previous biographies of Cora Staunton, Colm Gooch Cooper, and Cork legend Sonia O’Sullivan

* Evening Echo *

I would recommend this book to people who are singled out because of their heritage because this book could help them to overcome the narrow-minded opinions of others and encourage them to follow their dreams, like Jason didI would also recommend it to people who have a love for sport, just as much as Jason did. I give this book 10/10. It kept me interested, engaged and rooting for Jason Sherlock. Aidan, 4th Class, Ballygarvan NS, Co. Cork

 

* Seomra Ranga *

Shay Given and Jason Sherlock’s sporting lives are examined in two well-researched and accessible new books by Natasha Mac a’Bhaird and Donny Mahoney

* Irish Independent *

Jason Sherlock is one of Ireland’s true sporting heroes, but few people seem to know just how talented an athlete he was in so many different contexts. A literal sporting prodigy, he played soccer, basketball, even hurling, before becoming part of the 1995 All-Ireland-winning Dublin football team. Mahoney’s depiction of the challenges Sherlock faced, including racist abuse and discrimination, leaves the reader in awe of his determination and self-discipline. A truly inspiring read and an absolute must for any young sports fan looking for a role model.

* CBI Deliver the Joy of Reading *

Sherlock’s story is one of embracing the strength in difference and determination to excel in what you love

* Books Ireland *

Donny Mahoney is a writer and journalist. He was born in America and has lived in Ireland since 2004. He is one of the co-founders of the website Balls.ie, where he works today.

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9781788492522
ISBN 10	1788492528
Title	Jason Sherlock
Author	Donny Mahoney
Series	Great Irish Sports Stars
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	O'Brien Press Ltd
Year published	2021-09-06
Number of pages	208
Prizes	Short-listed for Primary School Non-Fiction Award 2024 (UK)
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.