CHESTER, Pa. — In the wake of a tragic accident, Jamal Allen, also known as “Coach Shake,” refused to let his passion go to waste.
He grew up as a devoted athlete but lost his ability to compete after an accident put him in a wheelchair.
His guidance on the track and field inspires a whole group of children to pursue their goals, no matter the hurdles.
“I’m in a wheelchair and I can’t physically show the kids, but I have a bond with them,” said Allen. “I told them I could have been negative about my accident, but I wasn’t. And I’m still out here…literally until the wheels fall off.”