About Dennis Shea
Lived 1924 – 1982 (aged 58). Dennis Shea was a British cricketer.
William Dennis Shea (7 February 1924 - 22 September 1982) was a Welsh cricketer. He was a right-handed batsman who bowled right-arm leg break googly.
Born at Briton Ferry, Glamorgan, Shea made his first-class debut for Glamorgan in the 1947 County Championship against Warwickshire. He played 1 further first-class match in the 1947 against Northamptonshire and played his final first-class match in 1948 against the Combined Services.
In his 3 first-class matches, he scored 27 runs at a batting average of 13.50, with a top score of 18*. With the ball he took 5 wickets at a bowling average of 36.00, with best figures 4/68.
Death Dennis Shea died at Ormskirk, Lancashire, aged 58, on 22 September 1982.
Family His uncle Alf Shea played 621 first-class matches for Glamorgan in 1928.
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Who was Dennis Shea?
Welsh cricket player (1924-1982)
When was Dennis Shea born?
Dennis Shea was born on 7 February 1924 in Briton Ferry.
When did Dennis Shea die?
Dennis Shea died on 22 September 1982 in Ormskirk.
What was Dennis Shea's occupation?
Dennis Shea was a cricketer.
What nationality was Dennis Shea?
Dennis Shea was British.
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