As a junior in 1934, Shakespeare became the starting left halfback in the Notre Dame's first year under new coach Elmer Layden. In an October 1934 win over Carnegie Tech, Shakespeare ran 56 yards for a touchdown on a sweep play around the right end.
In 1934, as a sophomore at Notre Dame, Shakespeare became the starting left halfback under coach Elmer Layden. In an October 1934 victory against Carnegie Tech, Shakespeare ran 56 yards for a touchdown on a sweep play around the right end.