Darren Lockyer Autobiography

by Darren Lockyer

In 2011, NRL fans will have the chance to share in a piece of rugby league history. The game's record books will be re - written, some taken to heights unlikely to ever be matched. Darren Lockyer will celebrate his 34th birthday this year. Of those 34 years, 17 have been spent putting his body through hell in perhaps the toughest football competition on the planet. Lockyer has, quite literally, spent half his lifetime in the NRL. By season's end Lockyer is set to hold the all - time appearance record for club, state and country. It is a feat no less a judge than Wayne Bennett declared would never be equalled. The remarkable longevity of Lockyer's excellence has earned him the respect of fellow athletes around the world and the adoration of fans everywhere. But while undoubtedly one of the most recognisable athletes in Australia, Lockyer has largely maintained his privacy, rarely, if ever, allowing fans a look at the man behind the man. In this book Lockyer, for the first time, opens up on the people, places, incidents and events which have shaped the life and career of an Australian sporting icon. From his days growing up and working at the family - owned truck stop on the outskirts of the tiny Queensland town of Wandoan, to his arrival at the Broncos as a teenage sensation and subsequent ascension toward rugby league immortality the book will shed new light on some of the biggest names and stories of the past two decades. Contributions from Lockyer's family and friends, as well as legendary figures like Wayne Bennett, Wendell Sailor, Andrew Johns, Mal Meninga, Johnathan Thurston, Gorden Tallis, George Gregan, Ricky Stuart and Craig Bellamy gives this book a unique edge, with each providing readers a rare insight into their view on Lockyer the player, the leader and the man.

Genres: Nonfiction, Sports, Biography

Paperback

First published September 1, 2011

Reviews

[Ben Richardson · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like Shane Webke's book, this one is burdened by its politeness. I understand why they release these things as the players are retiring (sales of course!), but it means that, unless the player is willing to burn some bridges, you are going to get a self-censored story. I did think inserting comments from other relevant players and coaches was a great idea and in the end I discovered enough that I didn't know to make the read worthwhile.

[Kieren · Rating 5 out of 5]

Locky is a goat and deserves 5 stars. Plus 4 stars for each premiership he won.

[Derelict Space Sheep · Rating 3 out of 5]

42 WORD REVIEW:

Rugby league player Darren Lockyer shows himself to be atypically down to earth and introspective; his autobiography is an easy read, giving insight into the mindset of a country kid turned top level footballer, as well as (in particular) coach Wayne Bennett.

[Brooke Stubbs · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book i love nrl and love Darren lockyer

[Georgia · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was cleverly written.

[Angela · Rating 2 out of 5]

I thought the book would be better. After a few chapters I realised I was reading the book because I felt I had too not because I wanted to. A few figures in the book were incorrect also. It was nice to touch base with his view of league but it would have also been nice to read about him as a person - something I think the book missed.

[David Owen · Rating 4 out of 5]

A brilliant read. It's clearly not going to win any literary prizes but it's a wonderful insight into a master of the game and the game itself. I'm a rugby league tragic and a lifetime supporter of one of the greatest players the game has ever seen, Darren Lockyer.

[Ethan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book as it went through the life of a legendary footy player. Darren told us about his junior clubs and how he made it to the top clubs. This is interesting as Darren lockyer wrote it himself. This book shows me that anything can happen if you have the skill.

[Luke · Rating 4 out of 5]

just affirms what I already know; the greatest player to ever lace up a boot, out and out champion on the field and a deadset gentleman off it. I doubt I will see better in my lifetime.