Feeding the Wolves: Scouting Legends and Football’s Forgotten Feeder Club

🐺 Feeding the Wolves: Scouting Legends and Football’s Forgotten Feeder Club in conjunction with Sheffield Home of Football

An Evening with Ashley Ball and Chris Brook
📅 Date: Thursday 30 October 2025
🕡 Time: Doors open 6:30 PM, talk begins 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Farm Road Sports & Social Club
Farm Road, Sheffield, S2 2TP
🎟️ Tickets: £5 + booking fee

Step into the untold story of Mark Crook, the man who discovered over 100 professional footballers and transformed the fortunes of Wolverhampton Wanderers through his work with Wath Wanderers.

Join journalist Ashley Ball and football heritage researcher Chris Brook for an exclusive evening exploring the making of Feeding the Wolves — the new book that brings Crook’s legacy to life.

📚 Why It Matters:

Mark Crook’s eye for talent shaped generations of footballers — including local legends Bob Hatton (Sheffield United) and Ken Knighton (Sheffield Wednesday), just two of the many players he discovered. This is more than a football story — it’s a celebration of mentorship, community, and the power of grassroots sport. Whether you're a Wolves fan, a heritage advocate, or a lover of local legends, this talk connects past and present in unforgettable ways.

🎤 What to Expect:

• Behind-the-scenes insights from Ashley Ball on writing the book and interviewing over 50 former players
• Archival revelations from Chris Brook, whose meticulous research unearthed forgotten records, match reports, and personal stories
• Live Q&A with the authors
• Heritage in action: Learn how Brampton United FC and Wolves Foundation are carrying Crook’s legacy forward

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