Shearwood was born in Derby and was educated at Shrewsbury School before going to Brasenose College, Oxford.
As a right-handed batsman he played 6 innings in 5 first-class matches at an average of 9 with a top score of 28.
He played in the Pegasus side which won the FA Amateur Cup at Wembley Stadium in 1951 and 1953.
[3] After retiring from the game, Shearwood spent the rest of his working life at Lancing College.
He was appointed a schoolmaster in 1952, teaching English, History and Mathematics, as well as coaching both cricket and football.