The Power of the Badge How a Football Club Created Trust in the Community by Bob Littlewood
An uplifting story of a passionate and committed community of Chesterfield FC supporters who rallied together to rescue their beloved club from the brink of disaster after it fell victim to a fraudulent owner who was imprisoned for his actions. The supporters envisioned a deep connection between the club and the local community, aiming to benefit everyone in the town. With support from the local council, they managed the club precariously for several years before passing it on to a reliable new owner, who ushered in a fresh chapter. Following a series of highs and lows, Chesterfield faced relegation from the Football League for the very first time in their history. When a community trust made up of devoted fans intervened to save the Spireites from certain collapse, the club gained new life. Just four years later, they triumphantly returned to the Football League. This narrative unfolds the remarkable journey of local supporters whose determination and spirit saved one of the globe's oldest professional football clubs from the brink of extinction, not just once but on two separate occasions. ABOUT THE AUTHOR:Bob Littlewood had a long career at board level in industry and spent his working life producing literature, written works and detailed bids for diverse clients, including the Houses of Parliament, the defence industry, civil airports, sports stadiums, public works and many ecclesiastical buildings. His humour and interviewing skills provide a unique and highly readable style. ROYAL MAIL TRACKED 48 [ Delivered to You 2nd Week January 2025 ] Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd Published: January 6, 2025 Price: £16.99 Paperback: 352 pages ISBN-10 : 1801509255 ISBN-13 : 9781801509251 Dimensions: 240 x 160 (mm) May be a Short Print RunPRE-ORDER NOW
