973 the Dawg has learned the sad news of the death of former men's basketball coach Beryl Shipley. Many of the championship banners that now hang in the Cajundome were put there because of the success of teams under the direction of Shipley. 973 The Dawg extends condolences to Coach Shipley'sfamily and friends and to his many fans through the years. A memorial service has been planned for Friday at Noon at Lafayette's First Baptist Church, visitation will be held from 9am until the time of service.

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