Famous quote by John E. Walker

I was a keen sportsman, and became school captain in soccer and cricket

"I was a keen sportsman, and became school captain in soccer and cricket"

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John E. Walker's quote talks to his dedication to sports and his management capabilities. It is clear that he was enthusiastic about sports and was able to master them. His dedication to sports was so strong that he was able to end up being school captain in both soccer and cricket, 2 really various sports. This speaks with his capability to lead and motivate others, in addition to his own dedication to the sports. It likewise reveals that he had the ability to balance his time in between the 2 sports, and was able to excel in both. His quote is a testament to his effort and commitment to sports, and his ability to lead and motivate others. It is clear that John E. Walker was an enthusiastic sportsman, and his quote speaks to his dedication to the sports he enjoyed.

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This quote is written / told by John E. Walker somewhere between January 7, 1941 and today. He/she was a famous Scientist from England. The author also have 4 other quotes.
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