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A new book recalling the history of local soccer team Windmill Stars has been launched by local author Tony Bagnall and is already selling like the proverbial hotcakes.
Windmill: the Story of the Stars was launched last Saturday November 19, in front of a huge crowd in Bellini’s.
Written by Tony Bagnall, his ninth self-penned publication, tells the story of the Stars over the past 40 years.
In its 128 pages, there are over 300 photographs (many never seen before) as well as 60,000 words.
The author says: “I got great satisfaction in writing and producing the book. No doubt everyone will have have their favourite chapters. My three favourites were:
The Mid-Ulster Shield final in 2014 when Paddy Hearty scored that astonishing injury time equaliser.
That famous match in 1995 between Windmill and Newry Celtic, when the Stars ran out 6-4 winners.
And the Intermediate Cup final earlier this year when John Joe headed home a late, late winner to beat Ballymacash.”
Reviews - What they said!
Councillor Gavin Malone: “Tony Bagnall has authored an excellent account of the illustrious history of the Windmill club. It will make an excellent Christmas present.”
John Joe Maguire: “Tony, the book is brilliant. There was some work and a lot of time spent on it.”
Rory Loughran: “A great read.”
Barry Quinn: “Great work Tony,”
Kevin Lynch: “Brilliant Tony. Well done.”
Barry Doran: “Thanks for a fantastic book. It brought back some great memories.
Cyril O’Reilly: “A fantastic read Tony.”
Karen O’Hanlon: “It’s a great book. Tony did a fantastic job.”
Damien Hillen: “A brilliant book and a great night.”
Michael Savage: “Congratulations on your book Tony.”
Lots of books were sold at the launch and from first impressions it looks like it will be a total sell-out … It’s advisable to get your hands on a copy as soon as possible as a limited number of books were printed.
They can be bought for £10 from all Windmill committee members and are also on sale at long time sponsors Around-a-Pound on Hill Street.
