Tiny Keeper

Discover the inspiring journey of Steve Death in Tiny Keeper by Alan Hester, a captivating hardback published by Pitch Publishing Ltd in 2025. This remarkable tale chronicles the life of Death, who once held the title of the shortest goalkeeper in the Football League. Despite his stature, he showcased exceptional talent, even managing to keep legendary goalkeeper Peter Shilton out of the England Schoolboys squad. Throughout his career in Divisions Three and Four, Death became a beloved figure and a lower-league legend, renowned for his incredible league record of 12 consecutive clean sheets—a feat that remains unmatched. With 256 pages of engaging storytelling, Tiny Keeper is a must-read for football enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the triumph of the human spirit.