PETER O'PREY AUTHOR
The Only Religion is West Ham
In a divided city, football was a source of salvation for many. Among the ruins of sectarian division and conflict was formed a club that would become a beacon of diversity for many The Belfast Hammers.. The Only Religion is West Ham tells the story of struggles, tears and laughter as Belfast West Ham fans follow their team from across The Irish Sea. Enjoy the laughter and passion of why football means so much to many and how passion can lift us to a different level and become a life enhancing event that only true football fans can understand.
A dedicated family man and a passionate sports enthusiast, Peter O'Prey is the driving force behind the success of The Belfast Hammers Supporters Club. A lifelong resident of Belfast, Peter holds a Bachelor's and Masters degree in Education, and served as a teacher for over three decades
In the wake of The Good Friday Agreement, Peter recognized the unifying power of football and established The Belfast Hammers Supporters Club. He envisioned a vibrant community where fans of all ages and backgrounds could come together to celebrate their shared passion for the sport. Peter's unwavering dedication and infectious enthusiasm have transformed the club into a thriving hub for West Ham United fans across Northern Ireland.
Find out did Danny Dyer get the better of the Belfast Hammers and who really did win the race against Olympic star Kriss Akubusi.
A book not just for Hammers but fans everywhere.
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Peter O'Prey
Crazy Soccer by Peter O'Prey is a rollicking, outrageous exploration of the wildest and weirdest moments in the world of soccer. With a collection of truly bizarre stories, this book dives deep into the mad refereeing decisions that have left fans scratching their heads, the wacky characters whose antics are almost too strange to believe, and the strange superstitions that players swear by to bring them luck. From phantom penalties to bizarre match-day rituals and off-the-wall behavior, Crazy Soccer pulls back the curtain on the unpredictable chaos that sometimes defines the beautiful game. Whether it’s a referee pulling out a yellow card for a completely imaginary offense or a star player refusing to step on the field without his lucky socks, Crazy Soccer is packed with humor, surprises, and all the oddities that make soccer such an endlessly fascinating sport. Fans and newcomers alike will find themselves laughing and amazed at the hilariously strange side of soccer that no one could make up—because it's all true.
Crazy Soccer
Peter O'Prey
The Only Religion is West Ham
Paperback
Crazy Soccer
Paperback