Running for your Job with Dennis Shaw
Former West Catholic High School Running Back Dennis Shaw, discusses being 1 of 7 children in a one bedroom apartment. He praises his mother for taking care of them and always keeping them active in sports. After transferring to West Catholic his sophomore year of high school, he talks about the level of competition on field at all positions. Dennis talks about trying to uphold the standard, because West Catholic was known across Philadelphia for always having standout running backs. He mentions that he always had to be point because the 2nd and 3rd string players were just as good as the starter. \u201cOne mistake could cost you your spot\u201c. He also reflects on classic rivalries verse Neumann/ Goretti and Archbishop Wood. Dennis discusses not having much guidance and support during his recruiting process. Unexpectedly, Dennis had to accept his playing career had ended in high school and he would never became an college athlete. He struggled with life after football, and began to drift into the streets. The same game that raised him, filled him with purpose all over again. Now, he strives to be that support system for the young athletes he coaches today. He thanks the coaches that saw potential in him early on and help mold him into the man he is today. Dennis is now focused on impacting the youth through the game of Football, he is currently an assistant coach at Chester High School. Concluding with being a proud father of two beautiful little girls. \nWelcome to Into the Boundary with Lou Mobley\nCreator & Host: Lou Mobley \nExecutive Producers: Andres Moore & Kadeem Custis \nDirector & Editor: Dahmerz\n\nInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/intotheboundary/