Judas

The Story of Paul Cooke

Adrian Durham, Paul Cooke, Adrian Durham

• Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
• eBook ISBN:
  9781785312687
• Year: 2016

From Hull's Hero to Rugby's 'Judas': A Story of Triumph, Betrayal, and Redemption.

In the heart of Hull, where rugby is life, Paul Cooke was a hero. A star for Hull FC, he tasted glory before a shocking move to bitter rivals Hull Kingston Rovers turned him into a pariah. Judas? unveils the truth behind Cooke's controversial decision, exploring the contract dispute, the broken promises, and the relentless abuse that followed.

More than just a sports story, this is a tale of personal struggles, family bonds, and finding redemption amidst public scrutiny. Discover:

• The real reasons behind Cooke's explosive transfer.
• The impact of the move on his family and career.
• How he battled personal demons and found a new path in coaching.

For fans of rugby league, sports biographies, and anyone seeking a story of resilience, Judas? is a brutally honest and ultimately inspiring journey through the highs and lows of a life lived under the spotlight.

Table of contents

• Cover Page
• Title Page
• Copyright Page
• Contents
• Dedication
• Foreword
• Preface
• Deathbed
• Judas is Born
• Born into a Riot
• From Boy to Pro
• He Trained Hard, He Drank Hard
• The Promise
• Living the Challenge Cup Dream
• Prison Break
• Grand Final and Great Britain
• Massive Bollocks
• Bombshell
• The Abuse Won’t Ever Stop
• Magic!
• The Darkest Time
• Meltdown at Hull KR
• Back to Hull... Almost!
• Kath at the KC
• My Message to Hull FC Fans
• The Best
• Acknowledgements
• Index
• Photographs