Cocker Hoop
The Biography of Les Cocker, Key Man for Ramsey and Revie
(Author) Robert EndeacottCocker Hoop is the authorized biography of football coaching great Les Cocker. A tenacious and resilient forward, Cocker played for two clubs: Stockport County (196 games, 48 goals) and Accrington Stanley (130 games, 50 goals) before retiring in 1958 to move into coaching. As one of the first recipients of full coaching badges at England's Lilleshall, he established himself as a supreme trainer and coach for Leeds United, and helped build a famous footballing dynasty alongside Don Revie. His rising reputation attracted the FA's attention, and Cocker helped the England team achieve their pinnacle success in 1966. Filled with interviews, anecdotes and revelations from throughout Cocker's career, Cocker Hoop brings us a personal portrait of the great man, and is co-written by his son Dave Cocker and sportswriter and novelist Robert Endeacott.
Robert Endeacott
Robert Endeacott was a renowned poet and novelist, best known for his groundbreaking work "Echoes of the Past." His writing style was characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth, captivating readers with his exploration of memory, loss, and the passage of time. His contributions to literature continue to inspire and resonate.
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