From the backstreets of Wigan to the bright lights of the Grand Final.
Tom’s life was never meant to be easy. Raised in the shadow of crumbling estates, surrounded by trouble and temptation, his dream of playing rugby for Wigan Warriors felt like a fantasy, until a single trial offer changed everything.
But old habits and old friends don’t disappear overnight. Pulled between the past that shaped him and the future that could save him, Tom must navigate loyalty, love, and the raw pressure of proving he belongs. With a fiery determination and the support of the girl who sees the man beneath the bruises, Tom sets his sights on the biggest stage of them all.
This is a story of grit, redemption, and the unbreakable power of belief. When life knocks you down, will you rise, or will you run?
A powerful, emotional debut that tackles hardship, heart, and the beautiful game.