Fagan’s Way by Chris Mcleod

Chris Fagan is no ordinary AFL coach. He is the oldest Premiership-winning coach in history, a leader who transformed the struggling Brisbane Lions into champions. From the grounds of Queenstown, Tasmania, to the AFL’s biggest stage, Fagan’s journey is one of resilience, belief, and unwavering passion for the game. Fagan’s Way takes readers inside the mind of a master coach, revealing his unique approach to sport and life: believe in yourself, trust in your team, endure the losses, and celebrate the wins. Interviews with players, officials, and rivals, this book uncovers the man behind the gum-chewing, boundary-pacing figure we see on game day. Illustrated and co-written by the acclaimed father-son duo Paul & Sam Harvey (Harv’s Footy Stars, Buddy, Kyrgios) and featuring insights from sports writer Chris McLeod (Angeball, Captain Pat), this is a must-read for sports lovers, leaders, and anyone chasing success at any age.

Fagan’s Way is more than a sports book, it’s is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and the pursuit of greatness. Whether you’re a fan of elite sport, a coach, or simply seeking motivation, this book offers powerful lessons to inspire belief, persistence and success.

About the Author: Chris McLeod is a journalist and former soccer coach and he has covered news and sports across NSW and Melbourne. He has co-authored several sports books, including Barty: Arise Queen of Oz, Zelensky: The Frontline President, Angeball and Pat Cummins: Courage, Controversy, Conviction. Sam Harvey is a popular sports blogger (Bell At A Goat), podcaster and writer with a keen sports journalistic eye. He has written columns for On Ya Warnie author Ken Piesse’s Pavillion magazine. He is the author of Kyrgios: The Smash Hits and Buddy: The Last Centurion.

24 Jul 2025
 

Fagan’s Way: Tributes & Insights by Chris Mcleod ISBN 9781922178428