Famous Salopians - Part Three

So far in our Famous Salopians series, we’ve looked at notable folk who were born, bred, educated or currently residing in the county of Shropshire. Next up, it’s sporting heroes past and present.

Also see Part One: Celebrities and Part Two: Shrewsbury Scholars. Know of any more local sporting legends? Leave your comments below!

Golfer Sandy Lyle

Scottish golfing legend Sandy Lyle was born in Shrewsbury, following his family’s move from Scotland in the 1950s. Sandy’s father, a resident professional at Hawkstone Park’s famous course, taught his son the sport when Sandy was aged just three. He’s since won the 1985 Open Championship and several other major competitions including the World Match Play Championship.

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8 Comments

  1. TheStar said: Apr 30th, 2008 at 14:27

    Nice selections there, … what about Davey Edwards though!

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  2. TheStar said: May 1st, 2008 at 13:59

    ….. and the infamous Mary Webb?

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  3. Foodie said: May 1st, 2008 at 15:39

    Mary Webb wasn’t a sporting hero.

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  4. devon salopian said: May 2nd, 2008 at 08:58

    have we had sir gordon richards jockey born in the telford area, also matthew webb who swam the english channel, born in a similar area of the county,

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  5. caroline said: May 2nd, 2008 at 09:34

    matthew webb is already listed in number 2.

    there’s also david preece the footballer? think he might’ve been from bridgnorth but could be wrong…

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  6. TheStar said: May 2nd, 2008 at 11:21

    In relation to me saying “Mary Webb” i didnt mean in this catogory per sé …. although in saying that, i wouldnt imagine she’d come under the first two either…

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  7. steve said: May 2nd, 2008 at 16:55

    David preece was from Bridgnorth. Superb footballer and great bloke. He very sadly passed away a little while back. RIP.

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  8. frank said: May 6th, 2008 at 23:00

    what about ted hemsley played football for sheffield united and cricket for worcestershire
    a good all rounder

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