Player Profiles

Fact File

Name
North Shaw

Club
Supa Strikas

Position
Defender

Jersey number
8

Key move
Butterfly Header

Watch out for…
His brilliant way of sneaking into the box… and finding the net.

Fast facts
- loves surfing especially when the sun and the ladies are at the beach
- owns a small shop on the beach where he sells anything from shell necklaces to used guitars!
- a yo-yo star in his neighbourhood after winning the Offstring Yo-yo Tournament

Dream
Living it, buddy – playing for Supa Strikas!

When not playing soccer he’s…
Challenging people at foosball. It helps him work on precise and consistent positioning of the ball… making him ready for the real ball on the pitch!

Favourite Saying
“It’s only a game, buddy!”

Strength
Using his head… literally! North Shaw’s butterfly technique can pick out airborne balls in both a defensive or attacking position.

Weakness
When he is drawn deeper into the midfield he comes under fire and loses his marker (especially if his opponents are bigger than he is).

What the press says
“North seems laid-back but attackers beware… this player has the speed to channel his defence in EVERY direction!”

What the fans say
“We love his style of play and his hairdo – it’s fresh!”


South Africa
Sunday 12 October 2008