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THANKS SHANKS
How Bill Shankly bought me an Education ... and Denis Law kicked me in the shins
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The story highlights the fleeting connection between football legends Bill Shankly and Denis Law, and the lesser-known David Kershaw at Huddersfield Town FC in the 1950s. While Shankly recognized Kershaw's potential as a teacher rather than a professional player, this encounter underscores themes of ambition, unfulfilled dreams, and the impact of mentorship in sports. Kershaw's journey serves as a poignant reminder that not all aspiring athletes achieve fame, yet their stories remain significant.
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THANKS SHANKS, David Kershaw
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- THANKS SHANKS
- Subtitle
- How Bill Shankly bought me an Education ... and Denis Law kicked me in the shins
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Kershaw
- Publisher
- Takahe Publishing Ltd.
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 228
- ISBN13
- 9781908837097
- Category
- Pedagogy, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The story highlights the fleeting connection between football legends Bill Shankly and Denis Law, and the lesser-known David Kershaw at Huddersfield Town FC in the 1950s. While Shankly recognized Kershaw's potential as a teacher rather than a professional player, this encounter underscores themes of ambition, unfulfilled dreams, and the impact of mentorship in sports. Kershaw's journey serves as a poignant reminder that not all aspiring athletes achieve fame, yet their stories remain significant.