Kevin Sheedy’s Bomber Jacket by Glen Humphries

If Australian Rules football buried a time capsule, Kevin Sheedy’s bomber jacket would be the first item placed inside.
AFL’s precious artefacts also include Bob Murphy’s medal, Angry Anderson’s grand final Valiant and a 1999 vintage can of Whiskas – as you’ll discover in this collection of legendary true stories from Australia’s favourite sport.
In Kevin Sheedy’s Bomber Jacket, journalist Glen Humphries tells Aussie Rules’ best yarns. This book is packed with tales of betting scandals, Ned Kelly movies, an elephant on grand final day and much more – not to mention events that ended up changing the game as we know it.
It’s perfect to pick up when your team has the bye.

About the Author: Glen Humphries spent a decade playing fullback and back pocket for the Port Kembla Blacks reserve grade side. In that time, he acquired a flag, two concussions, several broken fingers and a bunch of stitches. He has written numerous books, mainly on the holy trinity of beer, music and footy. His other Gelding Street books include Sticky Wickets, Jack Gibson’s Fur Coat and Aussie Rock Anthems. A journalist for three decades, he lives and works in Wollongong, NSW.

29 Jul 2025
 

Kevin Sheedy’s Bomber Jacket: Australian Football’s controversies and curiosities by Glen Humphries ISBN 9781922662200