Shelby E. Linville (November 8, 1929 – August 5, 2008) was an American basketball player and educator best known for his college career at the University of Kentucky. Linville was born in Dayton, Kentucky and moved to Middletown, Ohio at 15. He starred at Middletown High School, where he led the team to two state championships. After graduating in 1952, Linville became a high school teacher, coach and administrator. He was also a Baptist minister. Linville died on August 5, 2008.