Vin Shanley was a headteacher for a number of years, before taking early retirement in 1995. Since then he has divided his time between Billingham and Barcelona. He has recently published a book on assemblies for secondary schools and his ambition is to see Middlesborough champions of the Premier League.
John Golds has taught in London, Greece, Yorkshire and Durham. He lives in North Yorkshire and relaxes by playing squash, going to the gym and reading anything he can lay his hands on. His ambition is to see West Ham champions of the Premier League.
