UL Coach (1957-73) Beryl Shipley

[Boomer]

_ Coach Shipley is facing a very uphill battle. He's a great man and a long time family friend. He recently missed our Christmas party for the first time in forever. Keep him in your prayers. I'll never forget some of the lessons that he taught me while growing up (both on and off the court).



igeaux.mobi _

I'll never forget sitting in a chair exhausted after a win in old McNaspy---he comes over and puts a hand on my shoulder and congrats. me for the win---He was always there for everybody------just a huge backer for all the teams!!!!

[CajunDawgPound]

is he at Lafayette General?

[Ragin Roar]

Sad news. Just got news that former basketball Coach Beryl Shipley passed away last night. (Friday April 15).

[sportsfanatic21]

Sad news about one of the legends of Cajun athletics. RIP Coach.

igeaux.mobi

[cajunbrian2004]

my his soul rest in peace

[SlappyCajun]

Hopefully, the LA Hall of Fame people will one day do what is right.

Coach deserves to be in the hall of fame.

Rest in peace Coach Shipley

[Ragin Roar]

UL athletics cut it close, but at least did recogonize his accomplishments before his death. Legendary Coach and great guy! Thanks for the memories Coach!
May you rest in peace!

[confederatephil]

Coach Shipley will always remain dear in the hearts of those of us who knew him and had the pleasure of watching his teams play. As long as we're alive, he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace, Coach. Blessings to your family.

Phil

[Parrott]

Sad news. Just got news that former basketball Coach Beryl Shipley passed away last night. (Friday April 15).

Yes. More is available on coach Shipley at athleticnetwork.net: http://tinyurl.com/3ufwo73

I had a chance to sit down and talk with him for about two hours the week before the basketball reunion in January. Such a great basketball mind and a good man. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

[Geaux]

RIP
Thanks for all you did, not only for UL, but college basketball. He was a true, "Alpha Dog". His story must be told. The university should consider naming next seasons tournament after him.

igeaux.mobi

[CajunT]

_ Sad news. Just got news that former basketball Coach Beryl Shipley passed away last night. (Friday April 15). _

Sad news indeed, a legend in his own right. Condolences to the family.

[cajunfan32]

RIP coach

[ulforlife]

Prayers on the way for the Shipley family

[cajunhawk]

Sad to see him go. A true Ragin Cajun legend. He will be missed.

[moorecajun]

May God bless you Coach, and your family. We were certainly blessed by your presence.