The History Makers: How Team GB Stormed to a First Ever Gold in Women's Hockey

The History Makers charts the blood, sweat and tears that led to the Rio Olympic Hockey squad winning Gold in 2016. It is an important book in the development of the sport and has a host of suburb photographs charting the emotions, guts and bodies on the line in search of the 'Holy Grail' of hockey. What is also clear, and for those who have been inspired to watch the sport post Rio, is that this squad and those who went before are suburb athletes but humble and truly inspiring. Read the book, soak up the atmosphere and I urge you to get down to your local hockey club to watch, play or officiate.

Sarah Juggins and Richard Stainthorpe have published their finest work! Not only is this a story for years to tell and a story to celebrate but it is written and put together by two of the most fantastic hockey writers and photographers the international hockey scene will ever see. This book is a MUST if you are any type of hockey fan. Kudos to Sarah and Richard for such a fabulous masterpiece for hockey enthusiasts around the globe to read and feel truly involved in.

The long and eventful journey which culminated in Olympic gold in Rio for GB's women is an inspiring story which deserves to be shared. "The History Makers" does exactly that, and is a worthy tribute to the team's remarkable achievements. Contributions from team members and others involved over the years - together with an excellent selection of photos - really bring the story to life, and the authors have done a terrific job. Well done everyone.

It came this morning and its exactly what i wished for. The comprehensive and compelling story of the women's march to olympic glory. Glossy, fantastic photos. Sorry for sounding like a fanboy but i'm just really happy with this book. 5/5

A brilliant book I really enjoyed. I saw a lot of the games but, sadly not the final so it was great to see how it all came about(Written by my husband the hockey coach)

Plenty to read in this most absorbing book. Great pictures as well.

Liked. Bought it for my son for Christmas. He is a hockey umpire and had requested it.

This is a great book, well written about a great story. A must book for any sports enthusiast. Would make a wonderful present.