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The Shelley Irwin Show

Sports Role Models: Book 1

By Shelley Irwin

Published January 26, 2024 at 11:08 AM EST

Michigan Author Dr. Joe Hoedel profiles 34 phenomenal athletes, mega stars and lesser known athletes.

Michigan Author Dr. Joe Hoedel profiles 34 phenomenal athletes, mega stars and lesser known athletes. The Book Sports Role Models: Book 1 looks to inspire us to be better people and gain wisdom from athletes character, leadership and sportsmanship.

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Shelley Irwin

Shelley Irwin is the host and producer for The Shelley Irwin Show, a news magazine talk-show format on the local NPR affiliate Monday through Friday. The show, broadcast at 9 a.m., features a wide variety of local and national news makers, plus special features.

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