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1980 Selection to American Legion Jersey Boys State

Selected by vote of the Livingston High School faculty to attend Boys State, where Shiva learned the incredible value of the American Dream. He developed a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made by those who fought to defend truth and freedom.

1977 Winning County Junior High School Baseball Championship

Shiva pitched and played shortstop for the championship team which won the County Junior High School baseball championship.

1973 Little League Baseball

Shiva arrived in America in 1970, knowing soccer and cricket. He got signed up to Little League Baseball and shortly thereafter became pitcher and shortstop. His love of the game began in Clifton, New Jersey.