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Remembering Hooksey
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December 6, 2019
David Hookes was a dynamic, crowd-pleasing cricketer from my home state of South Australia. Although his career as an Australian Test / Limited-overs player never reached expected heights in either batting average or duration, his contribution at state level was considerable, and the joy and pride he gave others through his performances made him a must-watch local sporting superstar.
In Remembering Hookesy readers will learn all about the boy, the man and his careers on and off the field through the insightful contributions of numerous people: family, close friends, work colleagues, fellow sportspeople, members of the media and other personalities. Many of these contributions are quite short (but still interesting and insightful), collectively painting a colourful picture of a man of deep complexities and direct behaviours, possessing the ability to inspire and anger others, criticise himself and seek the truth of matters, bringing sincere discussion, friendship, entertainment and happiness to those who knew him well.
Tragically killed in an incident outside a Melbourne hotel at the age of 48, the publication of this book also supports the David Hookes Foundation, which was launched after his death to increase the awareness of becoming an organ donor – something Hookesy long believed in. It’s a fine read and a fitting memorial for a talented character who made diverse, valuable contributions during and after his noteworthy life.
In Remembering Hookesy readers will learn all about the boy, the man and his careers on and off the field through the insightful contributions of numerous people: family, close friends, work colleagues, fellow sportspeople, members of the media and other personalities. Many of these contributions are quite short (but still interesting and insightful), collectively painting a colourful picture of a man of deep complexities and direct behaviours, possessing the ability to inspire and anger others, criticise himself and seek the truth of matters, bringing sincere discussion, friendship, entertainment and happiness to those who knew him well.
Tragically killed in an incident outside a Melbourne hotel at the age of 48, the publication of this book also supports the David Hookes Foundation, which was launched after his death to increase the awareness of becoming an organ donor – something Hookesy long believed in. It’s a fine read and a fitting memorial for a talented character who made diverse, valuable contributions during and after his noteworthy life.
December 30, 2016
Celebrating the life of David Hookes who was tragically murdered.
Shane Warne's telling of Hooksey batting behind his back to make a point to the young Warne is a great story.
The contributors to this book are, in the main, instantly recognisable because they are sporting people and David Hookes was a talented sportsman who played cricket at the highest levels. But other, less well-known contibutors offer a different insight into the life and death of David Hookes.
Shane Warne's telling of Hooksey batting behind his back to make a point to the young Warne is a great story.
The contributors to this book are, in the main, instantly recognisable because they are sporting people and David Hookes was a talented sportsman who played cricket at the highest levels. But other, less well-known contibutors offer a different insight into the life and death of David Hookes.
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