Keeper tale fulfils his book ambition
By John Lyons

INSPIRATION: Jamie Vardy’s rise from Non-League to England has spurred on many players
PICTURE: Alamy

WHAT better inspiration for a novel than the world of Non-League football? It certainly appealed to Merstham vice-chairman Chris Pullen.
The 60-year-old’s first book, Playing For Keeps, has just been published and is set to win the approval of Non-League aficionados.
The fictional tale has goalkeeper Matt as the central character. He plays for Isthmian League Reigate Athletic but attracts Premier League interest when he shines in the FA...