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| Publication Date: | | 4 December 2010 |
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-- Reviews by the Famous and well Known
It’s nice to find a quiz book which gives supporters all levels of questions to challenge their knowledge of Ipswich Town. It throws up questions to remind us all what a great club Ipswich Town are. (Photo: Roger Osborne with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
Roger Osborne, Ipswich Town Football Club (1973-1981)
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It is a great honour to be asked to write the foreword to ‘The Official Ipswich Town Quiz Book’ compiled by Chris Cowlin.
I first signed for Ipswich as an apprentice when I was 16-years-old, then in 1975 Sir Bobby Robson gave me my debut in the clubs 3-2 FA Cup quarter-final win over Leeds United, I became a regular in the team during the 1976/1977 season.
The 1978 FA Cup win was the best highlight in my Ipswich career, the only disappointment is I hit the post twice in the game! To play in an FA Cup final at the age of 21 was fantastic and will always go down as one of my best football memories of my playing career.
1981 was a great year for me and Town, winning the UEFA Cup, finishing runners-up in the First Division and then winning the PFA Players’ Player of the Year and Young European Player of the Year – what an achievement! Something I am very proud of.
I played with some great players at Portman Road including the FA Cup winning team and UEFA team. When I think back to when I played 65 games in a season, it was hard going, once scoring 36 goals as a midfielder, including 14 in Europe.
Ipswich Town Football club has played a massive part in my life, playing for them in the 70s, 80s and 90s, not a lot of people know this but I was actually going to retire when I returned to the club for a third spell from Middlesbrough in 1991, but when a few players got injured I stepped in during the 1991/1992 season, then ended up being the clubs Player of the Year and we won promotion to the Premier League – a great achievement, to be playing at the age of 39! I better not give you any more information of myself as I will make the John Wark section in the book very easy!
For the last 10 years I have been a host at Portman Road during match days, something I thoroughly enjoy, meeting new people and telling stories about my career. I still like to play a bit, playing in legends matches and charity games.
Now on to this great book, by buying this book you are helping the clubs Community Trust as the compiler, Chris Cowlin is raising money for them from each book sale. This quiz book is a fans dream, full of fascinating facts and figures covering virtually everything! It is also an excellent reference book for people wanting to learn about this great football club. I hope you enjoy this book as much as I did it certainly had me scratching my head! (Photo: John Wark with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
John Wark, Ipswich Town Football Club (1975-1984, 1988-1990 and 1991-1997) - Written the Foreword
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I was delighted when I was contacted to write the foreword to The Official Ipswich Town Quiz Book which has been compiled by Chris Cowlin.
Ipswich Town Football Club holds a special place in my heart; I first signed for the club and was signed on schoolboy terms by the legendry manager, the late, great Sir Bobby Robson. I made my club debut in February 1984, coming on a substitute against Coventry City in a 2-0 win, a great memory for me being only 16 years old, and I scored the second goal in the game! At the time, I actually became the youngest ever player to score in the First Division.
In the mid-1980s I became a regular in the Blues team and was then selected for the England under-21 team, winning 9 caps.
During the 1988/1989 season I finished Town’s joint top goal scorer with Dalian Atkinson and John Wark, with 13 goals. I was also glad to score 16 goals during our promotion season during 1991/1992, which meant promotion to the Premier League.
After playing for Ipswich for 10 seasons, I left Portman Road for Spurs in August 1993, unfortunately various injuries restricted the number of games I played for Tottenham.
It was nice to return to Portman Road for a second spell in October 1997. In my Ipswich Town career I made over 400 appearances, scoring over 70 goals. I can honestly say that I enjoyed every minute of it, playing alongside and against some great players and under three good managers – Bobby Ferguson (who handed me by club debut), John Duncan and John Lyall.
So, to the book … there is something for every fan in this book; Chris has just about covered all you would ever want to know about the club, including players, managers, opponents, transfers, kit, scores, fees, trophies, club honours and much more...
I know that Ipswich Town fans of all ages will be entertained for hours with questions about the Tractor Boys past and present. I hope you all enjoy this wonderful quiz book as much as I did - some great memories! (Photo: Chris Cowlin and Jason Dozzell with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book).
Jason Dozzell, Ipswich Town Football Club (1983-1993 and 1997) - Written the Foreword
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A must for all Town fans, fun for all the family!
Ian Westlake, Ipswich Town Football Club (2002-2006)
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The compiler, Chris Cowlin, has dug very deep into the history of Ipswich Town and come up with some fantastic questions for fans of all ages.
Simon Milton, Ipswich Town Football Club (1987-1998) and Current Academy Co-ordinator
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A book that every Ipswich Town fan will not be able to put down - an addictive read!
Bryan Hamilton, Ipswich Town Football Club (1971-1976 and Coach 2001-2002)
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A wonderful set of questions, perfect for any Blues fan. Have as much fun with this book as I did with Ipswich Town Football Club.
Allan Hunter, Ipswich Town Football Club (1971-1980)
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A superb book for any Ipswich fan, with a great set of questions that will test their knowledge on past players, successes, etc.
Alex Mathie, Ipswich Town Football Club (1995-1998)
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The book is very enjoyable, luckily I knew all the answers to my section! A great new quiz book that provides a real test for town fans of all ages.
Matt Holland, Ipswich Town Football Club (1997-2003)
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Ipswich Town fans will love this book! (Photo: Stuart Slater with a copy of 'The West Ham United Quiz Book' and 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
Stuart Slater, Ipswich Town Football Club (1993-1996)
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What a cracking effort this book is! The Ipswich fans I know will love this book which will test their grey matter and bring back lots of Portman Road memories. Very enjoyable.
Paul Mariner, Ipswich Town Football Club (1976-1984)
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This book gives the new generation of fans the opportunity to learn things about the older generation of players, along with the old generation of fans to bring back some amazing memories of the past.
Marcus Stewart, Ipswich Town Football Club (2000-2002)
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A great learning tool for any Tractor Boy, a must for all Ipswich Town fans.
Kevin Horlock, Ipswich Town Football Club (2004-2006)
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(Photo: Mick Mills with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
Mick Mills, Ipswich Town Football Club (1966-1982)
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The range of questions, spanning so many decades is interesting and at times extremely informative!
Dalian Atkinson, Ipswich Town Football Club (1985-1989)
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A real book for real supporters. (Steve Sedgley with a copy of 'The Spurs Quiz Book' and 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book).
Steve, Sedgley, Ipswich Town Football Club (1994-1997)
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I will have to start to say with saying I feel privileged to be asked to write some words for Chris Cowlin’s new book, “The Official Ipswich Town Quiz Book”, it means a lot to be one of the players who is not only in the publication but asked to write about it! Ipswich Town, where would I start? Where could I start? Where should I start? I feel it will have to be with the late great Sir Bobby Robson, I joined the Town not very long after The Boss had to come to ITFC himself, I was in fact his first player he signed into the Youth system which was in place, but The Boss would develop successfully to roll out international after international, Burley, Butcher, Gatesy, Millsy, Osman, Talbot, Warky amongst others. I was at Portman Road from 1969 up to 1982, which was virtually the same time as The Boss himself who took over at England following their return from the World Cup in Spain, where our Millsy had just been the skipper, with an unbeaten England in the respective tournament, what about that from the Town’s skipper!
When I look back now to have played a whole ITFC career under The Boss it couldn’t have been any better, we were playing for what was perhaps the best ITFC team for a prolonged period, 10 years plus, yes we know it took The Boss a couple of seasons to get it right but when he did everyone took notice far beyond England.
From my time at Ipswich Town as a player I know now I was fortunate to be in the team at what I would consider to be the right time when I see the highlights, around the ground, on television, regularly in the match day programmes or memorabilia I have at home, England caps, medals, photos etc…. Even today Ipswich Town is a very big part of my life, I am there regularly, stopped and signing autographs, also a pundit on Ipswich Town, attend most home matches and I go away to some games too!
On the after dinner circuit supporters’ highlights include the FA Cup triumph, my role in the UEFA Cup win, which I was only recently acknowledged for, making me the oldest recipient of a UEFA Cup winners’ medal, playing for England, my role in Escape to Victory, as well as in the Town team of the time with Millsy, Warky, Mariner, Hunter of course, everyone else at Portman Road in the ‘70s and everyone wants to know all they can about the personal side of The Boss!
I meet up with players regularly from long before my days at Portman Road and long after but we all represented Ipswich Town, and it’s great to share the stories of playing out on the same pitch, we may now even be in this book too with questions; some of us may even know them of have just learnt something about ourselves!!! I know I have learnt a thing or two about many of them, very well researched!
What ITFC dedication, by possessing this book apart from gaining ITFC knowledge you are helping support the future of Ipswich Town, as donations are made to the Community Trust, maybe Chris should commence research for “The Official Ipswich Town Quiz Book II” with his support of the Community Trust and towards ITFC’s future! (Photo: Kevin Beattie with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
Kevin Beattie, Ipswich Town Football Club (1969-1982)
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-- Newspaper and Website Reviews
THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Ipswich 24 Magazine
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A terrific tester for Tractor Boy fans, a must to take on those longaway trips and for baffling your mates down the pub.
Derek Davis, Freelance National Newspapers Football Writer
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWBN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
East Anglian Daily Times
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
www.itcommunitytrust.org.uk
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Ipswich Evening Star
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Bury Free Press
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True Blue Town fans will love this, compelling questions.
Mike Bacon, Green’Un24 (Editor)
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All Tractor Boys will want this book! Questions that will test just how big a fan you really are. When it comes to quiz books, Chris Cowlin, is "the" Quiz Master!
Mark Keable, Ipswich 24 Magazine
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The perfect companion for those long trips to and from matches.
John Litster, Programme Monthly & Football Collectable Magazine (Editor)
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Some may be easy, some may be difficult - but they all add up to hours of fun for Ipswich Town fans.
Elvin King, Ipswich Evening Star
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A great book for football fans to see whether their mates really are Ipswich super-brains.
Charlie Wyett, The Sun
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A SET OF SPORTING BOOKS
Daily Star Sunday (Take 5 Magazine)
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Ipswich Town fans, old and new, young and old, will enjoy testing their knowledge of their beloved Tractor Boys in this comprehensive quiz. There are questions for everyone. The “more mature” Town fans will relish answering questions on former favourites like Ray Crawford and the late Sir Bobby Robson, and reliving memories of the First Division championship winning side of 1960-61, while there are also up-to-date posers on current boss Roy Keane and his so-far under-achieving team. You might think you have a good command of your favourite club’s history and statistics, but do you know the middle names of Keane and former player Terry Butcher? This book will make all those future long away trips seem just that bit shorter.
Carl Marston, East Anglian Daily Times
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
The Brit (Madeira Newspaper)
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
EADT Suffolk Magazine
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Programme Monthly & Football Collectable
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Clacton Gazette
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APEX FOOTBALL QUIZ BOOKS
Winger Magazine
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THE OFFICIAL IPSWICH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB QUIZ BOOK
Daily Star Sunday (Take 5 Magazine)
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I haven't had so much fun since Wembley 1978!
Chris Wilkin, Coast Gazette
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-- Radio and TV
11 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin was interviewed on BBC Radio Suffolk 95.5 FM. Chris answered questions about his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book'.
BBC Radio Suffolk 95.5 FM
14 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin was interviewed on BBC Radio Suffolk 95.5 FM. Chris answered questions about his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book'. (Photos: Chris Cowlin with BBC Suffolk's Lesley Dolphin).
BBC Radio Suffolk 95.5 FM
Chris Cowlin has left no stone unturned to come up with the ultimate quiz book for Town fans of all ages.
Stephen Foster, BBC Radio Suffolk 103.9 FM (Senior Broadcast Journalist/Music Manager)
A must-have book for any true Tractor Boys fan. Whether it’s to quiz your mates, or read through when you have a few spare minutes, you can learn so much about the football team you love through this great book.
Dave James, Town 102 FM
Reading this, you remember how many International legends were Town legends first, and the rich history Ipswich has. Love it!
Michael Lewis, Total Kiss 105-108 FM
Tractor-trivia at it's best!
Rob Dunger, BBC Radio Suffolk 103.9 FM (Presenter)
-- Readers Comments
-- Book Signings and Events
28 November 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Culver Square, Colchester.
Waterstone's, Culver Square, Colchester
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4 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at WH Smith, Ipswich.
WH Smith manager Paul Heaver said: “This event sold out just before the first hour of Chris being here, absolutely fantastic!”
WH Smith, Ipswich
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4 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at WH Smith, Ipswich. WH Smith manager Paul Heaver said: “This event sold out just before the first hour of Chris being here, absolutely fantastic!”
WH Smith, Ipswich
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4 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Planet Blue, Ipswich. (Photo: Chris Cowlin and Planet Blue retail manager Elaine Hull with a copy of 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book').
Planet Blue, Ipswich
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4 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Ipswich. Chris was also joined by Ipswich Town legend Jason Dozzell.
Waterstone’s manager Steve Allard said: “Chris’s book has been our best selling book of the day, beating Jamie Oliver by over double (who is in second place). It has been a very busy day, we ordered plenty of stock in and they were snapped up by Town fans.”
Waterstone's, Ipswich
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4 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Ipswich. Chris was also joined by Ipswich Town legend Jason Dozzell.
Waterstone’s manager Steve Allard said: “Chris’s book has been our best selling book of the day, beating Jamie Oliver by over double (who is in second place). It has been a very busy day, we ordered plenty of stock in and they were snapped up by Town fans.”
Waterstone's, Ipswich
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5 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Bury St Edmunds. Waterstone's manager Mary McIntosh said: “This event sold out to fast, in half the scheduled time Chris was meant to be here, we should have ordered a lot more stock!”
Waterstone's, Butter Market, Bury St Edmunds
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5 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Bury St Edmunds. Waterstone's manager Mary McIntosh said: “This event sold out to fast, in half the scheduled time Chris was meant to be here, we should have ordered a lot more stock!”
Waterstone's, Butter Market, Bury St Edmunds
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8 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Needham Market Library, Needham Market.
Needham Market Library, Needham Market
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8 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Kesgrave Library, Ipswich.
Kesgrave Library, Ipswich
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12 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Red Lion Books, Colchester.
Red Lion Books, Colchester
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12 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, The Arc, Bury St. Edmunds.
Waterstone's, The Arc, Bury St. Edmunds
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13 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Gainsborough Community Library, Ipswich.
Gainsborough Community Library, Ipswich
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13 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Ipswich County Library, Ipswich.
Ipswich County Library, Ipswich
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14 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Woodbridge Library, Woodbridge.
Woodbridge Library, Woodbridge
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14 December 2010 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Football Club Quiz Book' at Ipswich Tourist Information Centre, Ipswich.
Ipswich Tourist Information Centre, Ipswich
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14 December 2011 - Chris Cowlin signed copies of his book 'The Official Ipswich Town Quiz Book' at Waterstone's, Ipswich. Events manager Janine Smith said: "We had Chris Cowlin in our store and the event went very well, with his Ipswich Quiz Book proving to be a popular choice for a perfect Christmas gift."
Waterstone's, Ipswich
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-- Libraries that stock this book
The British Library, Boston Spa
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