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Willie Mays- Former Baseballer

Willie Mays- Former Baseballer (In a Nutshell)

  • Willie Mays was born in the United States on May 6th, 1931.
  • He was a Center fielder.
  • His career started in 1951 and he retired in 1973.
  • He was an All-Star on 24 occasions between 1954 and 1973.
  • “In order to excel, you must be completely dedicated to your chosen sport. You must also be prepared to work hard and be willing to accept constructive criticism. Without one-hundred percent dedication, you won’t be able to do this.”- Willie Mays

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Sir Geoffrey Boycott- Former Cricketer

Sir Geoffrey Boycott- Former Cricketer (In a Nutshell)

  • Sir Geoffrey Boycott was born in England on October 21st, 1940.
  • He was a Right-handed Opening batsman.
  • Boycott played Test cricket from June 4th, 1946 and his final Test match on January 1st, 1982.
  • He played his first One Day Internationals from January 5th, 1971 and his final game on December 20th, 1981.
  • The decision to retire was made by him in 1986.
  • “I’ve known people with exceptional talent – and some have wasted it. Ambition spurs a man on.”- Sir Geoffrey Boycott

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Joe Root- Cricketer

Joe Root- Cricketer (In a Nutshell)

  • Joe Root was born in England on December 30th, 1990.
  • He is a Right-handed, Top-order batsman and has featured in all three formats for England.
  • “I try not to measure myself against other players.”- Joe Root
  • “You have to have a laugh and a joke. If you spend five days playing a Test Match and so much time together off the field, it’s important to keep morale high.”- Joe Root
  • “That was my upbringing: you treat people with respect.”- Joe Root

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