Coach Shannon: Legend of Manatee County
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Manatee County honors Coach Eddie Morris Shannon Junior, a World War Two veteran, educator, and Hall of Fame football coach. Born in 1922, he led Lincoln Memorial High School to success during segregation, mentoring stars like Henry Lawrence and Ray Bellamy. Known for his impact off the field, Shannons legacy of mentorship lives on, earning him an Olympic torch run, a city key, and a youth center named in his honor.
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