Author(s): David Mission

New Sports & Recreation

The St Kilda Football Club coaches and players call it The Bubble, the environment in which they operate to the exclusion of all others. This book takes you inside that Bubble.Saints Head of Conditioning David Misson has maintained a diary since Grand Final week 2009. That diary forms the heart of this book, exposing the day-to-day operations of a notoriously private and successful club like no book before it.And few clubs have experienced the highs and lows such as the Saints in the previous 12 months, including:- The drama and heartbreak of defeat in the memorable 2009 Grand Final. The controversial signing and subsequent split with former Essendon utility Andrew Lovett.The off-season departure of former captain and club favourite Luke Ball to arch rival (and 2010 Grand Final opponent) Collingwood.Ongoing rape allegations levelled against two Saints.The hamstring injury, long-term absence and remarkable return of the club's skipper and best player, Nick Riewoldt.The drive to the 2010 Grand Final - every game from the insider's perspective, including never before revealed detail on players, gameplans and opposition.