My eldest boy will be six in a few weeks. He wants the new away shirt with number 3 on the back.
He totally idolises Shenny - posters, pictures, meeting him after games and on Sports Relief day, even calling himself Michael Shenton for a few weeks last year
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It's lads like Shenton, Owen, Huby and Westerman - local boys making it into the team and in with a shout of England honours - that inspire the youngsters to take up the sport, support the team and aspire to play at the level they do. Without this lead from these lads, we run the risk of losing that vital spark which can give the youngsters inspiration and aspiration.
The Boy would be gutted if Shenny left. As would I. That goes for any of the other lads I've mentioned. But we can't blame them, given the current form and the shaky ground we stand on regarding the licence. They can't be blamed for wanting security, a decent wage and a chance of silverware - none of which seem currently achievable at Cas.
For the first time in a fair few years I fear for the future of this club. I can see us missing out on a licence next time around and spending at least 6 years in the national leagues. That's not, in my opinion, where we belong or what we deserve after the years of faith and support we've invested in this club.
