Behind The Bench
Behind the Bench by Dick Irvin offers a rare and revealing look into the minds of NHL coaches, past and present. Drawing on interviews with legendary bench bosses, Irvin—himself a longtime broadcaster and son of Hall of Fame coach Dick Irvin Sr.—delivers a compelling portrait of the strategies, personalities, and pressures that define life behind the boards.
This hardcover volume, published by McClelland & Stewart, features:
- Candid insights from coaches like Scotty Bowman, Al Arbour, Pat Burns, and Mike Keenan
- Stories of locker room dynamics, game-day decisions, and playoff intensity
- Reflections on leadership, motivation, and the evolution of the game
Perfect for fans of hockey history, coaching philosophy, and NHL lore, Behind the Bench is a must-have for anyone who’s ever wondered what it’s really like to call the shots in the big leagues.
About the Author
- In Stock Out of Stock
- McClelland & Stewart
- 0771043597
- October 23, 1993
- Actual Photo
- 342
- L 23.7cm x W 16.0cm x H 2.8cm
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