Nine Years in Paradise: The Story Of Lincoln City’s Rise To The Championship 2017-2026

You wouldn’t have bet a bag of chips on Lincoln City getting out the National League, never mind ending up in the Championship. But that’s what makes “Nine Years in Paradise: The Story Of Lincoln City’s Rise To The Championship 2017-2026” by Philip Priddle so special. Folk round here still talk about how Danny Cowley and later Michael Skubala took a club with nowt but grit and smarts, and turned ‘em into proper contenders. They didn’t have the biggest budget, but with clever signings and a team spirit you don’t see every day, the Imps shocked everyone—waltzing out of League One and into the second tier for the first time since 1961. Not bad for a club that nearly packed it in a few years back, eh?
This book dives deep into the key moments that shaped Lincoln City: the boardroom transformation led by Clive Nates, the silverware that sparked belief, and the unforgettable scenes at Reading—where Jack Moylan’s 96th-minute goal sealed the dream. Every match, every transfer, and every twist is chronicled, making this a must-read for fans of soccer’s underdog stories and for anyone who loves the raw drama of the English Football League Hawksmoor Publishing.
With detailed profiles for every player and manager, plus a wealth of statistics and strategic insights, “Nine Years in Paradise” is more than a season-by-season recap. It’s a blueprint for building a winning football club from the ground up—on and off the pitch. The Imps’ meteoric rise proves that innovation and heart can outshine even the deepest pockets.
For the Sincil Bank faithful, who endured six long years in the wilderness, this is the story of how paradise was finally found. Lincoln City’s rise isn’t just a local legend—it’s a beacon for every supporter who dares to dream.You wouldn’t have bet a bag of chips on Lincoln City getting out the National League, never mind ending up in the Championship. But that’s what makes “Nine Years in Paradise: The Story Of Lincoln City’s Rise To The Championship 2017-2026” by Philip Priddle so special. Folk round here still talk about how Danny Cowley and later Michael Skubala took a club with nowt but grit and smarts, and turned ‘em into proper contenders. They didn’t have the biggest budget, but with clever signings and a team spirit you don’t see every day, the Imps shocked everyone—waltzing out of League One and into the second tier for the first time since 1961. Not bad for a club that nearly packed it in a few years back, eh?
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Published: July 17, 2026
Price: £29.99
Paperback: 412 pages
ISBN-13: 978-1918612066
Dimensions: 21 x 2.9 x 29.7 cm