First-year academy scholar Jack Butts is next up in this season’s Shrew Kid On The Block series
Name: Jack ButtsDate of birth: 20/11/1997
Hometown: Birmingham
Position: Right back
What school did you go to? Turves Green Boys’ School
What was the first team you played for? Royal Eagles
Do you have a nickname? If so, what it is? Buttsy
How were you spotted by Shrewsbury? I came on trial here
How long have you been at the club? Since June
What are your strengths as a player? Getting up and down the pitch
If you could improve one part of your game, what would it be? Skill
What would be a successful 12 months for you now? Earning a professional contract
What is the best piece of advice you’ve been given? Play every game like it’s your last
What boots do you wear? Volt yellow tiempos
Are you any good at any other sports? Yes, cricket
What other non-footballing sportsman do you most admire?
Jonny Wilkinson
What is your favourite pre-match meal?
Beans on toast
Who are your best friends in football? Jordan Williams (Cambridge United) and the scholars here
Do you use Twitter? If so, what is your Twitter name? Yes, it’s @Jackbutts2
Which team did you support as a boy? Aston Villa
What is the best goal you have ever scored and could you describe it? Playing for Birmingham at under-11s once, I ran from my own half and smashed the ball into the top corner
Who do you think is the best footballer in your position in the world?
Dani Alves
What is the most memorable match you have played in? Making an appearance for the under-21s last season
Academy team-mates
Best trainer? Niall Flint
Quickest? Josh Ginnelly
Best banter? Niall Flint
Hard man? Jeff Watkins
Biggest joker? Ryan Hickman
Most skilful? Josh Ginnelly
Worst haircut? Nathan Millis
Worst dressed? Alex Ashton
Biggest moaner? Jordan Wilson
Future manager? Ryan Hickman
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